How to Make Whipped Cream

Ingredients

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or powdered sugar)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Steps

1. 1

   Place a bowl and beaters into the freezer for 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Add ingredients to the bowl and beat on medium for 1 minute. Increase speed to medium high and continue beating until stiff peaks form.

3. 3

   Refrigerate unused portion for up to 24 hours.