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Questions tagged [whipped-cream]

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how to disarm a potentially pressurized whipping siphon?

My situation is much like spongefile's: I'm using my iSi cream whipper for the first time, charging it as instructed out of sweat-deserving fear of pressurized items Nothing is released when I push the lever, regardless of orientation, not even…
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When whipping cream, what is “custard-like consistency”?

I have a 1934 Borden pamphlet with a recipe for Frozen Egg Nog. The directions say to “whip [½ cup whipping] cream to custard-like consistency” before folding it into the mixture as the final step. Not only have I never seen this phrasing before…
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Why won't my whipped cream (with extras) stiffen up?

I wanted to spice up my whip cream so I used this recipe: 1 c. heavy cream, chilled 1/2 c. Packed light brown sugar 1/8 t salt 1/2 c. sour cream 2 t. bourbon I chilled the mixing bowl, mixed the ingredients - let them chill for 3 hours - then used…
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Can I use a pint/ 500ml whipped cream canister for small volumes?

When using a small volume of contents, is it better to fill a larger (pint/ 500ml sized) whipped cream dispenser only partially or to fill a smaller (half or quarter pint/ 125ml or 250ml) whipped cream dispenser fully? Specifically, will the cream…
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Caulk gun-like dispenser for whipped cream

What are some good solutions for dispensing whipped cream into swirls in a consistent fasion, maybe a specific shape etc.? I was envisioning something just like a caulk gun where you fill the container with your cream and then squeeze out of it. I…
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What is the difference between whipped cream and whipping cream?

I am searching for accurate stock photos to represent both products. While I really only need to figure out what visual differences there are (if any), I would like to understand why they are different.
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What flavors complement pistachio (pudding specifically)?

My department at work is having a potluck holiday lunch, and I've settled on making something really easy and low-effort: a pistachio pudding pie. Instant pudding in a store-bought crust actually tastes really good to me so I'm not just being lazy…
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Adjusting whipped cream to hold its shape longer?

How can I adjust a whipped cream recipe so that it holds together longer? I envision a cross between whipped cream and a light airy frosting. The whipped cream will also have different flavorings added. These need to hold together at room temp for…
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How long will double cream stay whipped?

I'd like to prepare some whipped double cream in advance for a dessert I'm making. How long will the cream stay whipped (i.e. peaky) if I do it in advance?
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How fast can one whip cream?

Let's say I whip a bowl of cream manually at a slow paced ~3-4 beats per second. The cream would be ready whipped after say 10-15 minutes. Then I whip an identical bowl of cream at a faster pace of around 6-8 beats per second. The cream would be…
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Dalgona / whipped coffee without sugar?

Dalgona coffee / whipped coffee is a hit recently, which is made from instant coffee powder, hot water and sugar. I was wondering if there are any possibilities that we could have similar results if we do not use sugar? And if we could substitute…
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Why does whipped cream use nitrous oxide instead of nitrogen gas?

It seems that nitrous oxide (N2O) is frequently used to create whipped cream. But why can't just regular nitrogen gas (N2) be used instead?
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Whipping cream that has been frozen won't whip

I have whipping cream that has been frozen; it is now separated and won't whip. Is there anything I can do to make it whip?
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How to make softer frozen whipped cream?

I recently found out that a few decades ago frozen whipped cream was a thing and my mom liked it. It was similar to normal whipped cream only a bit harder frozen (but still softer than ice cream) and could last for ages in the freezer. Now I tried…
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How to make a passion fruit mousse without gelatin?

I am Brazilian amateur cook. I wonder if there is any original recipe to make passion fruit mousse. Every time I do it, consistency is too runny and slightly aerated. Maybe the consistency to stay firm with the use of gelatine, but avoid using…
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