Stabilized Whipped Cream Frosting
This delicious light whipped cream frosting is like eating a yummy semi-sweet cloud. Perfect for those who don't like a frosting that is too sweet.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups heavy whipping cream cold
- 1/2 Cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp unflavored or flavorless gelatin powder
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2-1 tsp any flavor extract this will be the hint of flavor your frosting will taste like, if you just want vanilla as the flavor use 1 tsp total
Instructions
- Measure out the 2 Tbsp of water and add it to a small, microwave-safe bowl.
- Take your gelatin powder and sprinkle it evenly across the top of the water and let it sit for 3-4 minutes.
- Put the gelatin mixture into the microwave for 3 seconds. Take it out and stir it. You are looking for the gelatin to be completely dissolved with no little chunks. Depending on your microwaves power, you may need to microwave it a few times for it to dissolve completely. Each additional time, only add 3 more seconds and re-check mixture. This process is super important for smooth stabilized whipped cream, so make sure to pay close attention.
- Once the gelatin is completely dissolved, mix and set aside.
- In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, combine the heavy whipped cream, powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Whip on medium until soft peaks form.
- Turn your mixer to the low speed and pour your gelatin mixture slowly until well combined.
- Turn your mixer back up to medium speed. Add any additional extract flavors for different flavors of whipped cream frosting. You will know your frosting is done when you see stiff peaks form.