🥥 The Best Vegan Whipped Cream (2 Easy & Delicious Ways!)

🥥 The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Whipped Cream (Easy & Delicious!) 🥥

A dollop of light, fluffy whipped cream is the perfect finishing touch for so many desserts. But traditional whipped cream is made from heavy dairy cream, making it off-limits for a vegan diet. The fantastic news is that creating a vegan whipped cream at home is incredibly simple, and the results are just as rich and delicious.

There are two main "magic" ingredients that plant-based bakers use to replicate that perfect, airy texture. This guide will show you the two best and most popular methods. A bowl of this is the perfect topping for a warm slice of apple or pumpkin pie during the cozy autumn season. 🍂

Method 1: How to Make Rich & Creamy Coconut Whipped Cream

This is the most popular and decadent method. It creates a rich, thick, and stable whipped cream that is perfect for frosting cakes or topping a pie. The secret is all in the preparation.

What You Need:

• 1 can (13.5 oz) of full-fat canned coconut milk (not coconut milk from a carton)
• 2-3 tablespoons of powdered sugar (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

The Crucial Steps:

1. CHILL THE CAN: This is the most important step. You must place your can of full-fat coconut milk in the refrigerator overnight (at least 12 hours). This causes the thick cream to separate from the thin water and harden at the top.
2. Scoop the Cream: Without shaking the can, open it and carefully scoop out only the solid, hardened coconut cream into a chilled mixing bowl. Discard the remaining coconut water (or save it for a smoothie).
3. Whip: Using an electric hand mixer, beat the solid cream on high for 3-5 minutes, until it becomes light and fluffy and forms stiff peaks.
4. Sweeten: Beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until just combined.

Method 2: How to Make Light & Airy Aquafaba Whipped Cream

This method is fat-free and creates a lighter, foamier, and more marshmallow-like whip. It uses a "magic" ingredient you usually throw away: aquafaba, the liquid from a can of chickpeas.

What You Need:

• The liquid from 1 can of chickpeas (about 1/2 cup)
• 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar (to stabilize)
• 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

The Steps:

1. In a very clean, large mixing bowl, add the aquafaba and the cream of tartar.
2. Whip: Using an electric hand mixer, beat the liquid on high speed. This will take time! Be patient. It will go from foamy to soft peaks, just like egg whites. This can take 10-15 minutes.
3. Sweeten: Once you have stiff peaks, gradually beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla until the mixture is glossy and thick.

⭐ What About Store-Bought Options?

If you are short on time, your local grocery store's refrigerated section now likely carries fantastic vegan whipped cream in a spray can! Brands like Reddi-wip and others now make delicious, convenient toppings from bases like coconut milk, almond milk, or oat milk. Just look for the "vegan" or "plant-based" label. ✨