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A glass dish piled with lemon whipped cream, topped with extra lemon zest, in front of a dish of berries.
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Lemon Whipped Cream

Light, tangy, and effortlessly easy to make, Lemon Whipped Cream adds a zesty twist to desserts, fruit salad, pancakes, pies, parfaits and more!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 132kcal
Author: Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Electric Mixer or whisk

Ingredients

  • 200 ml double cream (heavy cream or whipping cream) ¾ cup
  • 3 tablespoons powdered icing sugar sifted
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Add the cream, zest, sifted powdered sugar and vanilla to a large bowl (or stand mixer).
  • Beat with a whisk or electric mixer until thick and forms soft or stiff peaks (depending on your preference and how you will use it).
  • Try it spooned over fresh fruit, as a topping for cakes or use it in many other ways!

Nutrition

Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 493IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 0.04mg