Chantilly Cream

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Chantilly Cream is a sweetened whipped cream flavored with vanilla, widely used as a filling or topping for desserts such as cakes, pastries, and fruits. It's light and airy, adding a deliciously creamy texture and flavor to any dish.

Chantilly Cream recipe
Prep Time
8min
Cook Time
0min
Total Time
8min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1/4 cup)
  • heavy cream
    heavy cream
    1cup
  • powdered sugar
    powdered sugar
    50g
  • drops vanilla essence
    drops vanilla essence
    4

How to make Chantilly Cream

  1. Step 1

    Place the heavy cream in a mixing bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Using an electric mixer or by hand, beat the cream until it achieves a creamy, airy, and firm consistency. This will take about 3 minutes with an electric mixer or approximately 15 minutes by hand.

  3. Step 3

    Once the desired consistency is reached, gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to beat the mixture.

  4. Step 4

    Add the vanilla essence to the cream for flavor and aroma.

  5. Step 5

    Continue beating for an additional 2 to 3 minutes by hand, ensuring all ingredients are well mixed.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

215.6kcal (10.78%)

Protein

1.6g (3.1%)

Carbs

8.7g (3.16%)

Sugars

8.5g (17.08%)

Healthy Fat

5.5g

Unhealthy Fat

13.6g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. It’s very important not to overbeat the cream, as it can split and turn into butter. Always stop once you reach a firm but smooth consistency.

FAQS

  1. Can I make Chantilly Cream without an electric mixer?

    Yes, you can beat the cream by hand, though it will take longer, approximately 15 to 20 minutes.

  2. How can I adjust the sweetness of Chantilly Cream?

    You can adjust the sweetness by altering the amount of powdered sugar to suit your taste.

  3. What can I use Chantilly Cream for?

    Chantilly Cream can be used as a topping for strawberries, other fresh fruits, pancakes, waffles, or to fill and decorate cakes and pastries.

  4. How do I prevent overbeating the cream?

    Stop beating once you reach a firm but smooth consistency to prevent the cream from turning into butter.

  5. Can I use a different flavor instead of vanilla essence?

    Yes, you can experiment with other flavors like almond or lemon essence to suit your preference.

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