Description
Maple Whipped Cream is a sweet and creamy twist on classic whipped cream, infused with rich maple syrup for a warm, cozy flavor. This velvety topping is perfect for pancakes, waffles, pies, hot drinks, or just about any dessert that needs a little extra sweetness. The addition of maple syrup gives it a touch of autumn and makes it the perfect topping for fall treats!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (pure maple syrup recommended)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional, for added sweetness)
Instructions
- Chill the Mixing Bowl and Whisk:
- For best results, place the mixing bowl and whisk (or beaters) in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before whipping the cream. This helps the cream whip faster and achieve more volume.
- Whip the Cream:
- In the chilled bowl, combine the cold heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar (if using).
- Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture on medium-high speed for 3-4 minutes until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip, or the cream may turn into butter.
- Serve:
- Once whipped, use the maple whipped cream immediately to top your favorite desserts, hot drinks, or pancakes.
- If you’re not using it right away, store the whipped cream in the fridge for up to 1 day. Give it a quick re-whip before serving if needed.
Notes
- Sweetness Adjustments: If you prefer a sweeter whipped cream, add more powdered sugar or maple syrup according to your taste.
- Serving Ideas: Maple whipped cream is wonderful on pancakes, waffles, pies, apple crisp, oatmeal, or even in coffee and hot chocolate.
- Make-Ahead: This whipped cream can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 1 day. It may lose a little fluffiness over time, so be sure to give it a quick re-whip before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Whipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 35 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg