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Occasionally, you may want to jazz up your dessert, and what better way than a lovely dollop of Infused Whipped Cream?
Some recipes love whipped cream on top: Sweet Potato Pie, Strawberry Shortcakes, Peach Cobbler, New Orleans Bread Pudding, Pound Cake Trifle, and Chocolate French Toast.
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Growing up, whipped cream was always a welcomed addition to top off any breakfast, brunch, or dessert item on the menu, especially when it's homemade and not store-bought Cool Whip.
As an adult, I love to add flavors to my food, especially desserts. So, if I can sneak a little taste of liquor into something, I'm going to do it. That's how we got to my recipe for infused whipped cream.
Initially, I wanted to do something different with my strawberry shortcake recipe, so I added Hennessey to the whipped cream. It was subtle but tasty with the dish. Since then, I've tried bourbon, rum, and vodka-infused whipped cream. All of them are great for any occasion. You just have to be that friend bold enough to serve a boozy whipped cream to their guest and watch everybody's face light up.
My recipe for infused whipped cream uses heavy whipping cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and alcohol. It takes only three minutes to make.
Key Ingredients
Here are all the ingredients needed to make a delicious whipped cream.
Heavy Cream
Most whipped creams are all made the same, but some brands are better than others. Don't let a name brand stop you from this rich combination of flavors.
Sugar
A little sugar goes a long way to sweetening the whipped cream. Remember, you're probably putting it on to something already sweet.
Alcohol
This is a preference for what type of liquor or liqueur you'll use in your whipped cream. You don't have to use an ultra-premium vodka for the best vodka-infused whipped cream, but you do have to use something you enjoy drinking because that will be your base flavor.
How To Make Alcohol Infused Whipped Cream
The key is to chill your bowl and beater in the freezer for 5 minutes before making it. This will ensure that it takes only a few minutes to create.
Place cold heavy whipping cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and alcohol in a medium bowl.
Beat on medium-high speed for 3 minutes until soft peaks form.
How To Store Infused Whipped Cream
The whipped cream will last seven days in the fridge if kept in an airtight container. However, I don't recommend freezing it, as the alcohol will prevent it from freezing.
Pro Recipe Substitutions, Tips & Tricks
Here are the best practices, techniques, substitutes, and flavor builders for this incredible whipped cream from scratch.
- Use an ultra-premium vodka like Ketel One, Belvedere's Unfiltered, Grey Goose VX, or Tito's for your vodka-infused whipped cream.
- You can use this rich combination on fresh fruit, in shots, pies, or cocktails.
- Remember that whatever liquor or liqueur that's used will be the main thing you taste in the final results.
- This will work on anything, including dessert with chocolate or caramel or an extra pick-me-up to bring everything together.
- Place your beaters and bowl in the freezer for 5-10 minutes before making this recipe.
FAQ
Here are readers' top questions about making infused whipped cream from scratch.
Is there alcohol infused whipped cream?
Alcoholic whipped cream is a real thing, and it can take your desserts to a whole new level. By infusing whipped cream with alcohol, you can add a subtle complexity and cozy finish to any dessert. Just imagine how wonderful a lemon pound cake would taste with a generous dollop of lemon vodka-infused whipped cream.
Can liquor be added to whipped cream?
Preparing alcoholic whipped cream is as easy as making regular whipped cream. Add a splash of your preferred liqueur or liquor to enrich the fluffy topping with delicious flavors that complement the accompanying pie perfectly.
More Dessert Recipes
Here are some more desserts I think you'll enjoy.
- Butter Rum Cake
- Texas Sheet Cake
- Strawberry Whisky Cake
- Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
- Sweet Potato Cheesecake
- Key Lime Cheesecake
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake
- Southern Tea Cakes
Before You Begin
Here are the steps I follow to move faster in the kitchen.
Step 1: Read the recipe once before pulling out the ingredients.
Step 2: Measure everything out into individual bowls.
Step 3: Follow the recipe and prepare for the best infused alcohol whipped cream you've had this year.
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📖 Recipe
Alcoholic Infused Whipped Cream
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup heavy cream whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Hennessy or liquor of choice
Instructions
- Place cold heavy whipping cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and Hennessy in a medium bowl. Beat on medium-high speed for 3 minutes until soft peaks form.
Notes
- Use an ultra-premium vodka like Ketel One, Belvedere's Unfiltered, Grey Goose VX, or Tito's for your vodka-infused whipped cream.
- You can use this rich combination on fresh fruit, in shots, pies, or cocktails. This will work on anything, including dessert with chocolate or caramel or an extra pick-me-up to bring everything together.
- Remember that whatever liquor or liqueur that's used will be the main thing you taste in the final results. Jack Honey would be delicious in this recipe.
- Place your beaters and bowl in the freezer for 5-10 minutes before making this recipe.
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