Easy Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe with Dream Whip

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If you’re searching for the best homemade whipped cream recipe that’s quick, delicious, and foolproof, you’re in the right place! 

An easy Homemade whipped cream that is so rich & creamy & consists of four ingredients! This Easy Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe with Dream Whip delivers the perfect fluffy texture and sweet vanilla flavor. This dreamy recipe will become your go-to whether you’re topping ice cream cake, pumpkin pie, or a scratch cake.

Who doesn’t love whipped cream, especially if it’s homemade? With just a few ingredients, you can make delicious diy cool Whip. It is so rich and creamy that you want to add another scoop to your dessert!

This easy recipe is one you should keep on hand. My grandmother always used this whipped cream recipe to complement her many desserts, including the Original Yum-Yum dessert! It is one of the best whipped cream recipes ever tasted!

Updated from Original Post March 16, 2021

Equipment You’ll Need

To make this easy homemade whipped cream recipe with Dream Whip, here’s what you’ll need:

• Large mixing bowl – Preferably metal or glass, and chilled for best results.
• Small bowl – Useful for softening cream cheese or prepping mix-ins like cocoa powder or powdered sugar.
• Electric mixer – A hand or stand mixer with a whisk attachment works great.
• Measuring cups and spoons – For accurate ingredient portions.
• Rubber spatula – Helpful for folding in additional ingredients like sugar or cream cheese.
• Piping bag (optional) – If you want to pipe the whipped cream onto desserts or use it for decorating.

Ingredients

• 1 Box (packets) Dream Whip
• 1/2 cup Cold Milk (whole milk preferred for best results)
• 1 Cup Sugar
•  8 oz Cream Cheese (softened, for stability)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

This creaminess & most delicious whipped cream can be made in about 5 minutes!

1. Chill your mixing bowl, whisk attachment, or beaters in the freezer for 10–15 minutes. (Cold bowl = best results!)
2. Add Dream Whip, cold milk, and vanilla extract to the chilled bowl.
3. Beat on low speed until it is well combined.
4. Increase to medium-high speed and beat until soft peaks form (about 3–5 minutes).
5.  In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese & sugar until it is well blended.
6. Combine 1 and 5, mix until you get the desired texture.
7. For a firmer texture, continue beating until stiff peaks form. (Be careful not to overmix!)
8. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Helpful Tips

1. Use a chilled bowl and cold cream – A metal bowl keeps everything cool.
2. Start slow – Begin at a low speed to avoid splashing, then gradually increase to medium or medium-high speed.
3. Don’t overbeat – Stop once you reach the desired consistency of the whipped cream (whether soft, medium, or stiff peaks).
4. Stabilize it – Mix in cream cheese, meringue powder, or even a spoonful of instant pudding mix for a firmer hold.
5. Flavor it – Add cocoa powder, peanut butter, or maple syrup for fun variations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Final Thoughts

Whether it’s your first time whipping up homemade whipped topping or you’re tired of the store-bought stuff, this recipe is a winner. It’s fast, fluffy, and so versatile—it’ll quickly become your perfect whipped cream for every occasion.

So next time you’re baking a cake or craving hot cocoa, grab a pack of Dream Whip, follow these simple steps, and enjoy the rich, light, and delicious whipped cream that outshines any tub from the grocery store.

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