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Make Ahead Whipped Cream (Stabilized)

August 12, 2019 by Tina Verrelli 38 Comments
Modified August 16, 2020 at 9:36 pm

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Weeping whipped cream? Don’t cry – use this fix! ( :

Ever have your whipped cream deflate and get all weepy on you? Yup, me too! Now…if I want to make my whipped cream ahead of time, I add a little instant vanilla pudding mix to the cream.

I tested many batches of whipped cream with varying amounts of pudding mix as I wanted to use the smallest amount possible and still have the whipped cream hold up. 1 tablespoon per cup of heavy cream does the trick perfectly! There are other ways to stabilize whipped cream, but this way is simple and works great for me.

  • I keep my pudding mix in a storage container and tape on a cut-out from the box so I know exactly what’s inside.

Makes Great Frosting Too!

This Stabilized Whipped Cream also makes a great Whipped Cream Frosting! I use it in my Berry Shortcake Sheet Cake Recipe!

Great substitute for Cool Whip!

I have had great success using this as a substitute for Cool Whip in many recipes too: Ambrosia type salads, trifles, pies, whipped Jello and no-bake cheesecake! Stay tuned for a brand new no-bake cheesecake recipe coming soon!

Make Ahead Whipped Cream (Stabilized)

You can stabilize whipped cream by adding a little instant pudding mix to the heavy cream. It will help to keep your whipped cream from weeping and deflating - so you can whip it up to a day in advance! This recipe also makes a great whipped cream frosting and I use as a substitute for Cool Whip.
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Keyword: Dessert
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2 cups (approx.)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy "whipping" cream very cold
  • 1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • You can whip by hand with a whisk or use your hand or stand mixer with whip/whisk accessory. Make sure your cream in nice a cold. You can also chill your bowl and beaters for extra fast whipping!
  • Add cream and pudding mix to bowl and whip until lightly thickened. Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Continue to whip until desired consistency. If making ahead, store covered in the refrigerator.

Notes

I like my whipped cream lightly sweetened, you can add a little more powdered sugar if you'd like it a little more sweet.
The recipe is easily doubled for making about 4 cups.  I use this amount when I frost cakes.  2 cups heavy cream, 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix, 1/3 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
CINNAMON WHIPPED CREAM VARIATION: Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon to the powdered sugar.
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Filed Under: Dessert Tagged With: Cool Whip substitute, homemade whipped cream, mailchimp, stabilized whipped cream, whipped cream frosting

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  1. Mary Ann

    August 13, 2019 at 11:24 am

    I do enjoy all of you recipes and tips. I’ve learned a lot. Thank you! When will you be putting a cookbook to get her? This would wonderful.

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      August 13, 2019 at 11:31 am

      Thanks Mary Ann! Glad I have been helpful! Spatulas crossed on a cookbook!!!

      Reply
    • Craig-Conger Susan

      September 7, 2019 at 3:54 pm

      I would buy a cookbook from Tina any day. Please Tina think about it. I am positive QVC would gladly stand behind you sell it. We all would love it.

      Reply
      • Christina Verrelli

        September 9, 2019 at 6:14 pm

        Thank you for your vote of confidence!! Hoping to soon!

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        • Donna

          September 26, 2019 at 12:15 am

          Hey Tina. Please do a cook book.We all need one from you.

          Reply
  2. Kat

    August 13, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    Love you on QVC. Your so informative. This is a perfect recipe for me with having family dinners and being able to make this whip cream earlier. Want to try your berry shortcake sheet cake soon.

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      August 13, 2019 at 12:57 pm

      Hi Kat – Thanks for the kind words! Yes – very helpful to be able to make dishes in advance!! Enjoy!! Tina ( :

      Reply
  3. Lorraine Succa

    August 13, 2019 at 12:42 pm

    Mary Ann
    I enjoy your recipes so much.! I too have learned a lot. Keep it up please. I always have a success when I follow your recipes. Thank you sooo much.l

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      August 13, 2019 at 12:58 pm

      So great to hear Lorraine! Thanks so much! Take care! Tina <3

      Reply
  4. Mary

    August 13, 2019 at 7:20 pm

    Love you recipes. I have many more to make including this one. I received the Kitchenaide 5-cup food processor, recently.
    I believe I saw you use that for shipping cream also. Am I correct?? I wish they had a recipe book for that little guy.

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      August 14, 2019 at 9:22 am

      Hi Mary – Thank you! There are some recipes on QVC product page for that item. I have some on my site too. Chopper Recipes

      Reply
  5. Mary

    August 13, 2019 at 7:22 pm

    I meant Whipping cream not shipping. My fingers became dyslexic.

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      August 14, 2019 at 9:22 am

      I do that all the time!

      Reply
  6. Jane

    August 13, 2019 at 8:28 pm

    Thank you for all the great tips, you are the best!! I was wondering if you could use sugar free pudding mix? My husband and son-in-law are both diabetic. Granted your not adding a lot of the mix and wouldn’t have to add the sugar but every bit helps.

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      August 14, 2019 at 9:23 am

      Worth a try Jane! I would think it would work, but can’t say for sure until I give it a whirl myself.

      Reply
    • The Autistic Gourmet

      October 3, 2022 at 2:06 pm

      Any instant pudding mix should stabilize homemade whipped cream well as long as the mix contains modified cornstarch, which is cornstarch that’s cooked out.

      Reply
  7. Barbee

    August 13, 2019 at 9:22 pm

    Cookbook! Yes, please!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      August 14, 2019 at 9:23 am

      On my bucket list for sure!!!

      Reply
  8. John kerr

    September 7, 2019 at 4:05 pm

    WILL there be a cook book soon

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      September 9, 2019 at 6:13 pm

      Hoping to have one soon John!

      Reply
  9. Jen

    September 23, 2019 at 5:00 pm

    Will this last out of the fridge for 4 hours?

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    • Christina Verrelli

      September 23, 2019 at 8:22 pm

      Hi Jen – I would probably keep in a cooler if I were traveling with it or keep it in a bowl set over some ice if I were to leave it out that long. Hope that helps!

      Reply
  10. Mary

    September 23, 2019 at 9:47 pm

    Will sugar free pudding work just as well? If so, are the measurements the same amount?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      September 23, 2019 at 10:06 pm

      Hi Mary – I honestly haven’t tried it myself. If I were to give it a shot I would start with the same measurements.

      Reply
  11. Sadie

    October 14, 2021 at 4:08 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve tried several recipes for stabilized whipped cream and this is the best one so far. I subbed maple extract for the vanilla and added a pinch of cinnamon. It whipped up in less than a minute with an immersion blender. It kept for a couple of days in the fridge. Needs to be whisked gently to smooth and fluff after sitting.

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      October 21, 2021 at 9:42 am

      Hi Sadie – Glad you like the recipe!! It’s a great prep help to be able to make ahead!

      Reply
  12. Marilyn Morgan

    October 22, 2021 at 10:33 pm

    5 stars
    Made this tonight great taste. How long will the left over Vanilla pudding last in the fridge? Can it be frozen? Thank you Marilyn

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      October 27, 2021 at 11:36 am

      Hi Marilyn – the leftover dry pudding powder mix? I just keep mine in container in my pantry and scoop out what I need.

      Reply
  13. Daniel Repple

    October 27, 2021 at 11:34 am

    I decorate a lot of cheesecakes especially strawberry could you use cheesecake instant pudding to stabilize instead

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      October 27, 2021 at 11:36 am

      Yes, other flavors should work the same!

      Reply
  14. Kurt

    February 22, 2022 at 4:06 pm

    Hi Christina
    Big fan! I watch QVC all the time. My kids and family tease bc I love watching so much lol. I happened to run into your recipe here I’m making banana pudding scratch for first time so I need a whip cream with pudding mixture and here it is! Small world huh? Thanks and keep up the great work. Kurt (whip cream foodie) lol

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      February 25, 2022 at 9:08 am

      Hi Kurt! Now you have me thinking about banana pudding – going to make some this weekend! (with stabilized whipped cream instead of cool whip!)

      Reply
  15. Allegra

    March 11, 2022 at 12:21 pm

    5 stars
    I love this as a less cloyingly sweet substitute for buttercream. I’ve used it on an earl grey cake and used lavender extract. It’s amazing!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      March 13, 2022 at 11:11 am

      Love that idea Allegra – Glad you have enjoyed!

      Reply
  16. Linda

    April 20, 2022 at 4:20 pm

    5 stars
    Just made this for banana pudding. Excellent!!! I was always so afraid to whip cream. I buy a one layer cake that’s frosted with whipped cream. Piped swirls around. Now I can try this on a cake myself. How about chocolate instant pudding, a little cocoa powder sifted with the powdered sugar and vanilla. Chocolate whipped cream???

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      May 26, 2022 at 3:37 pm

      Sounds delicious Linda – I have some flavored recipes here – 3 Flavored Whipped Creams (Make Ahead)

      Reply
  17. Merry

    November 17, 2022 at 12:16 pm

    How long can it be kept in refrigerator before using? Love your recipes!

    Reply
    • Christina Verrelli

      November 18, 2022 at 9:06 pm

      I think it’s best one day before. But I have gone 2 days if needed. Hope that helps!

      Reply

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