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Frosting, Icing & Fondant

Stabilized Whipped Cream Frosting

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This stabilized whipped cream frosting is light, creamy and just sweet enough—perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, and more. The added stabilizer helps it hold its shape, making it great for piping and decorating. Whether you're finishing a layered cake or adding a swirl to your favorite dessert, this recipe is easy to make and holds up beautifully. A go-to frosting you'll want to use again and again!

Prep:
15mins
Total Time:
15mins
Yield:
2 1/2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (8 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons clear piping gel

  • Tools

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer

Instructions

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Notes

  • Use chilled tools and ingredients: Chilled tools and ingredients build the thickness of stabilized whipped cream, making for easier decorating. Whipped cream stays cold longer and produces more distinct decorations.
  • Piping with the Dessert Decorator Ultra: If piping with the Dessert Decorator Ultra, place the stainless steel cylinder in the freezer before use.
  • Avoid overwhipping: overwhipping will dry out the recipe and separate the cream, turning it into butter.
  • How to color: Whipped cream doesn't color very well as it doesn't have the same fat content as buttercream. When adding color to whipped cream, we recommend adding it at the beginning (while the cream is liquid). Expect the color to be a softer after it is whipped.