Make Ahead Whipped Cream
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Using gelatin in whipped cream helps it hold its shape when you need to prepare food earlier in the day.
INGREDIENTS
1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
1 tablespoon cold water
1 cup whipping cream or heavy cream
Pinch of salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugarIn a small ramekin or ovenproof measuring cup, sprinkle gelatin over 1 tablespoon of cold water. Set the container into about 1-inch of hot water in a saucepan and let stand until gelatin dissolves. Remove from the hot water. Set aside for a minute to cool slightly.
Whip the cream until almost stiff, then add the gelatin, salt, vanilla, and confectioners' sugar. Continue whipping until stiff. Cover and refrigerate.
Beat with a spoon to blend just before serving.
Makes about 2 cups whipped cream