Balsamic Whipped Cream

Balsamic Whipped Cream

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2-3 TBSP Balsamic: great options: Cranberry Pear, Blood Orange, Chocolate, Apple, Strawberry, Raspberry,Fig, Cinnamon Pear
  • 1-2 TBSP Powdered sugar (optional for sweet versions)
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Chill your tools – place your mixing bowl and beaters intothe freezer for 10 minutes for best volume
     
    Begin whipping – add the heavy cream to the chilled bowl andwhip on medium speed until it begins to thicken.
     
    Add balsamic – when soft peaks form, slowly drizzle in thebalsamic vinegar.  Start with 2Tablespoons, taste and add a 3rd if you want more tang or sweetness,especially with flavored balsamics
     
    Optional:  Sweeten –for sweeter whipped cream, add 1-2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and ½ tspvanilla. Continue whipping to medium or stiff peaks depending on yourpreference.
     
    Serve:  useimmediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours. It will slightly thicken as thebalsamic settles into the cream.
     
    How to Use:
    Perfect on:
    Fresh berries
    Roasted fruit
    Apple or pumpkin pie
    Brownies or chocolate cake
    Sweet potato casserole
    French toast or pancakes
    Pound or Angel food cake