21 Easy Whipped Cream Recipes

If you love discovering super simple recipes that can totally transform your baking and desserts, you need to try flavored whipped creams! Quick and easy to prepare in just 5 minutes and typically made with 3-4 ingredients, they’re a totally delicious way to decorate cakes, or you can add a dollop to brownies, crumbles, pancakes, and waffles for an indulgent dessert. They’re also amazing to just eat with a spoon out of the jar – I know because that’s exactly what I did whilst testing and perfecting these recipes right here, and it was definitely a fun way to spend a few afternoons! In this guide, I’m sharing 21 of the very best, easy whipped cream recipes. From classic vanilla to zesty orange, there’s something here for all palates and preferences…

1. Classic Vanilla Whipped Cream

The timeless flavor of vanilla whipped cream makes it the perfect topping for just about anything, from pies to hot cocoa. It’s light, airy, and subtly sweet, and I personally think that it’s the perfect accompaniment to strawberries on a summer day. I’ve got a printable recipe card you can check out for this one too!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until soft peaks form.
2. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form, being careful not to overwhip.
3. Use this classic whipped cream on desserts like apple pie, hot chocolate, or fresh berries.

2. Strawberry Whipped Cream

This strawberry whipped cream is light, fluffy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. It’s perfect for topping shortcakes, pancakes, or waffles.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed and strained

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the strawberry puree until well combined.
3. Whip until stiff peaks form, then serve on strawberry shortcake, pancakes, or as a dip for fresh fruit.

3. Chocolate Whipped Cream

Rich and chocolaty, this whipped cream adds a decadent touch to desserts. It’s perfect for topping chocolate cakes, hot chocolate, or even as a filling for cream puffs. I’ve often served this at dinner parties in glass ramekins with a little grated chocolate sprinkled over for garnish. So good!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, sift together the cocoa powder and powdered sugar.
2. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, then whip until soft peaks form.
3. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form, being careful not to overwhip.
4. Use this chocolate whipped cream on cakes, hot cocoa, or as a dessert topping.

4. Caramel Whipped Cream

This caramel whipped cream is sweet, creamy, and has a rich caramel flavor. It’s the perfect topping for pies, lattes, or even as a frosting for cupcakes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the caramel sauce until well combined.
3. Whip until stiff peaks form, then use on pies, lattes, or cupcakes.

5. Amaretto Whipped Cream

Amaretto whipped cream has a subtle almond flavor with a hint of sweetness, making it perfect for topping coffee, tiramisu, or fruit desserts.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon amaretto liqueur

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Add the amaretto liqueur and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
3. Use this whipped cream to top coffee, tiramisu, or to complement fruit desserts like peaches or cherries.

6. Lemon Whipped Cream

Light, tangy, and refreshing, lemon whipped cream is perfect for pairing with summer desserts like lemon meringue pie, pound cake, or fresh berries. I love the how zesty this is, and it’s one of my favorite easy desserts to enjoy after a heavy or indulgent meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the lemon juice and zest.
3. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form, then serve on pies, cakes, or berries.

7. Lavender Whipped Cream

Lavender whipped cream is delicately floral and adds an elegant touch to desserts. It’s wonderful for topping scones, cakes, or even in a cup of tea.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the cream with the lavender just until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
2. Strain out the lavender and chill the cream until cold.
3. Whip the cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
4. Use this floral whipped cream on scones, cakes, or in tea.

8. Marshmallow Whipped Cream

This marshmallow whipped cream is sweet, fluffy, and tastes just like marshmallows. It’s perfect for topping hot chocolate, brownies, or even as a filling for whoopie pies. This one’s always a big hit with kids!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff (pink or white – I like pink!)
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the marshmallow fluff until well combined.
3. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form, then serve on hot chocolate, brownies, or use as a filling for whoopie pies.

9. Nutella Whipped Cream

This Nutella whipped cream is rich, chocolaty, and has a delightful hazelnut flavor. It’s perfect for topping pancakes, crepes, or even as a dip for fruit.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/3 cup Nutella
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the Nutella until well combined.
3. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form, then serve on pancakes, crepes, or as a fruit dip.

10. Orange Whipped Cream

This orange whipped cream is bright, citrusy, and refreshing. It’s a perfect topping for chocolate desserts, citrus cakes, or even as a filling for crepes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the orange juice and zest until well combined.
3. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form, then serve on chocolate desserts, cakes, or crepes.

11. Oreo Whipped Cream

Oreo whipped cream is a cookies-and-cream lover’s dream. It’s fluffy, sweet, and packed with crushed Oreos, making it perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, or puddings. It’s another one that kids will love!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 6 Oreo cookies, crushed

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the crushed Oreo cookies until well combined.
3. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form, then serve on cakes, cupcakes, or puddings.

12. Coconut Whipped Cream

This coconut whipped cream is light, airy, and has a subtle coconut flavor. It’s great for topping tropical desserts, pies, or fruit salads. I also love this one served with some freshly chopped pineapple for seriously tropical vibes that remind me of a summer vacation!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Add the coconut extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
3. Use this whipped cream to top tropical desserts, pies, or fruit salads.

13. Mint Whipped Cream

Mint whipped cream is refreshing and cool, with a subtle minty flavor that’s perfect for topping chocolate desserts, hot cocoa, or in a cup of coffee.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Add the peppermint extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
3. Serve on chocolate desserts, hot cocoa, or in coffee.

14. Honey Whipped Cream

This honey whipped cream is naturally sweet and pairs beautifully with fresh fruit, pancakes, or as a topping for yogurt parfaits.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and honey until soft peaks form.
2. Add the vanilla extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
3. Serve on fresh fruit, pancakes, or yogurt parfaits.

15. Maple Whipped Cream

Maple whipped cream is sweet, rich, and has a deep maple flavor. It’s the perfect topping for pancakes, waffles, or as a dip for apple slices. Serious fall vibes!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and maple syrup until soft peaks form.
2. Add the vanilla extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
3. Serve on pancakes, waffles, or as a dip for apple slices.

16. Cinnamon Whipped Cream

Cinnamon whipped cream is warm, spicy, and perfect for fall desserts. It’s ideal for topping pies, hot drinks, or pumpkin pancakes. Again, this one’s a great choice for fall and the colder months, or even as a light dessert after Christmas dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
2. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
3. Serve on pies, hot drinks, or pancakes.

17. Coffee Whipped Cream

This coffee whipped cream is rich, creamy, and has a delightful coffee flavor. It’s perfect for topping brownies, cakes, or in your morning cup of coffee.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules

Instructions:

1. Dissolve the coffee granules in a small amount of warm water, then chill.
2. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
3. Add the chilled coffee mixture and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
4. Serve on brownies, cakes, or in coffee.

18. Almond Whipped Cream

Almond whipped cream is nutty and sweet, with a subtle almond flavor. It’s great for topping fruit salads, cakes, or in your favorite hot drink as an alternative to standard cream. Add to hot chocolate for cozy vibes!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Add the almond extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
3. Serve on fruit salads, cakes, or hot drinks.

19. Peanut Butter Whipped Cream

This peanut butter whipped cream is rich, nutty, and perfect for topping chocolate desserts or using as a filling for cakes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the peanut butter until well combined.
3. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
4. Serve on chocolate desserts or use as a filling for cakes.

20. Ginger Whipped Cream

Ginger whipped cream is spicy, sweet, and perfect for topping fall desserts like pumpkin pie or gingerbread.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, ground ginger, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
2. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
3. Serve on pumpkin pie, gingerbread, or any fall dessert.

21. Bailey’s Irish Cream Whipped Cream

What It Is:
This Bailey’s whipped cream is rich, creamy, and has a delightful hint of Irish cream liqueur. It’s perfect for topping coffee, hot chocolate, or desserts like brownies. Another great option for Christmas!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur

Instructions:

1. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the Bailey’s Irish Cream liqueur.
3. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
4. Serve on coffee, hot chocolate, or desserts like brownies.

These 21 whipped cream recipes all take just 5 minutes to make, and they’re such a good option to have in your personal recipe book for upgrading all your favorite desserts! Which ones will you be trying first?