How to Make Holland Cream (White Cream Filling) - A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most versatile and delicious cake fillings is the classic Holland cream, also known as white cream filling. This creamy and luscious filling is perfect for layer cakes, cupcakes, pastries, and so much more. It’s incredibly smooth and velvety, with a rich, vanilla flavor that pairs perfectly with all kinds of desserts.

Whether you’re making a birthday cake, a special occasion dessert, or simply looking to upgrade your baking game, this Holland cream filling recipe is a must-...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 cups vegetable shortening
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
  • 8 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon water, or more as needed (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 100

  • Stir sugar and 1/2 cup water together in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar has dissolved and mixture comes to a boil. Remove from the heat and let cool completely, 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Pour cooled syrup into a large mixing bowl. Add shortening, oil, and vanilla; beat with an electric mixer on high speed until well blended. Beat in confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, until filling is thick and fluffy. Mix in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if filling is too thick.
  • Nutrition

    102 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 0mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Calcium: 0mg
    • Potassium: 0mg