How to Make Stabilized Whipped Cream Icing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Stabilized whipped cream icing is a delicious and versatile topping that can be used to decorate cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. Unlike traditional whipped cream, which can quickly lose its shape and texture, stabilized whipped cream icing maintains its fluffy, light consistency for an extended period of time, making it perfect for occasions when you need to prepare desserts in advance. Whether you're looking to create a stunning, picture-perfect cake for a special celebration or simply ...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 mins
  • Additional Time: 17 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • Chill mixing bowl and beaters for at least 15 minutes before using. Place water in a small microwave-safe bowl. Sprinkle gelatin over water and allow to soften 5 minutes.
  • Dissolve gelatin by microwaving for 3 minutes, stirring after every minute. Remove from microwave and let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes; gelatin must be liquid but not warm when added to cream.
  • Remove bowl and beaters from refrigerator and pour in cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat together just until beater marks begin to show distinctly.
  • Add gelatin mixture to cream, pouring in a steady stream while beating constantly. Beat until stiff peaks form. Use immediately.
  • Nutrition

    55 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 6mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Potassium: 11mg