5 Ingredient Recipe for Cotton Candy Whipped Cream
Fall in love with this recipe for homemade cotton candy whipped cream! This fluffy and dreamy dessert is perfect for topping cupcakes, cakes, or simply enjoying on its own. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a taste of the fair right in your own kitchen!
Equipment
- 1 hand or stand mixer for whipping the cream
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring
- 1-2 drops pink or blue food coloring optional
- Sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Place your mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for about 15-20 minutes before you start. Whipping cream whips faster and holds its shape better when everything is cold. This simple step ensures your whipped cream reaches stiff peaks quickly.
- Pour the chilled heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar into the cold bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed, beat the mixture until it begins to thicken. You’ll start to see soft peaks forming after about 2-3 minutes.
- Once soft peaks form, reduce the mixer’s speed to low and add the cotton candy flavoring and dye (if using). Beat these ingredients on medium speed until the mixture starts to form stiff peaks, typically another 2-3 minutes.
- Once the whipped cream has reached stiff peaks and is fully flavored and colored, it’s ready to use. Serve immediately or store in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.
Notes
Recipe yields approximately 2 cups once whipped. 1 serving=approximately 2 tablespoons.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Vegan or dairy free heavy whipping cream can be substituted.
Nutrition
Calories: 54kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 4mgPotassium: 14mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 219IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.02mg
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