Here's one for the Peanut Butter lovers out there! Like the title suggests, this Peanut Butter Whipped Cream has the sweet nostalgic flavor of a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup minus the Chocolate. It's my personal ode to one of my favorite ever treats. Note that the added Peanut Butter Powder is entirely optional. I add it to thicken the whipped cream and to help it hold its shape longer.
Why I Love this Peanut Butter Whipped Cream
- Easy and only takes minutes to make
- Irresistible Flavor - the combination of peanut butter and airy whipped cream creates a delightful fusion of sweetness that's hard to resist.
- So versatile - a versatile topping that can enhance any cake, pies and pastries
Ingredients Used to Make Peanut Butter Whipped Cream
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- Heavy Cream - this is the main ingredient of whipped cream. When heavy cream is aerated (air is incorporated) it becomes a light and fluffy consistency that can be a delightful addition to cakes and desserts. For best results, choose heavy cream with a high fat content, ideally around 36-40%. Higher fat content contributes to a richer and creamier texture.
- Sugar of Choice - in this recipe, you can use regular cane sugar, white sugar, brown sugar or other granulated sugar of choice. For a lower carb option, replace sugar with a sugar-free substitute such as granulated monk fruit sweetener or erythritol. If using stevia powder, be sure to convert the amount of stevia according to package directions. You can also use 3 Tbsp of powdered sugar instead of 2 Tbsp of sugar in this recipe.
- Pure Vanilla Extract - this ingredient adds a touch of warm and aromatic flavors to your whipped cream, but not required. You can also use other extract of choice, such as almond extract, coffee extract or peppermint extract.
- Creamy Peanut Butter Spread – such as Jif.
- (optional) Peanut Butter Powder - You can use brands like PB Fit, or PB2. I used a Sugar Free PB FIt powder for this recipe. Note that Peanut Butter Powder is entirely optional. I add it to thicken the whipped cream and to help it hold its shape longer.
Equipment
- Hand mixer or stand mixer - these tools will help you whip the cream efficiently. A hand mixer is easier for smaller batches (for whipping 2 cups of heavy cream or less), while a stand mixer is great for bigger ones.
- Piping Bag - If you plan to decorate desserts or pastries with your whipped cream, a piping bag will help you do exactly that. It provides precision and control when dispensing the cream onto your treats, allowing for beautiful and decorative designs. I used a disposable piping bag like this one.
- Piping Tip of choice - I used this Ateco 849 Closed Star Piping Tip.
Peanut Butter Whipped Cream Recipe That Tastes Like Reeses Desserts
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream , also called heavy whipping cream
- 3 to 4 Tbsp granulated sugar , or sugar of choice*
- 1 tsp vanilla extract , or very strong coffee
- 2 Tbsp creamy peanut butter spread , such as Jif
- 2 to 3 tsp powdered peanut butter , optional for thicker whipped cream
Instructions
- For best results, chill mixing bowl in the fridge for 15 minutes before whipping. Keep heavy cream cold in the fridge until then.
- Pour the cold heavy cream into the chilled mixing bowl. If you're using a stand mixer, use the whisk attachment. You can also use a hand mixer with beaters.
- Add the 3 Tbsp of sugar and vanilla extract
- Begin whipping the cream at low speed, gradually increasing to high until it thickens.
- Do a quick taste test and add more sugar if you want it sweeter
- Add the creamy peanut butter and beat until well incorporated.
- OPTIONAL: for a thicker textured whipped cream, add 2 to 3 teaspoons of the powdered peanut butter. Add more for a thicker frosting.
- Whip the cream until it thickens and reaches stiff peaks, or until the beater starts to leave tracks in the cream (see pics)Note: Be careful not to over-whip, as it can turn into butter.
- Yields approximately 2 cups of whipped cream
- Use the freshly whipped cream to top your favorite desserts, such as cakes, pies, hot beverages and more!
- If you have leftover whipped cream, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for 1-2 days. You may need to re-whip it for a few seconds to restore the desired consistency.
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