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A crystal container filled with Cinnamon Whipped Cream on a fall holiday table.
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Light & Fluffy Cinnamon Whipped Cream

Make Cinnamon Whipped Cream in minutes! Perfect for holiday hosting, this fluffy, spiced topping elevates pies, cakes, hot cocoa, and more.
Prep Time5 minutes
Course: condiment, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 cups
Author: Dianna Muscari

Equipment

  • 1 hand mixer or stand mixer, beaters chilled
  • 1 Large bowl chilled

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy cream cold
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Add cream, powdered sugar, and cinnamon and vanilla extract to a large, chilled mixing bowl.
  • Using a hand mixer with chilled beaters, beat on medium-high with until soft peaks form, 2–3 minutes.
  • Taste, adjust cinnamon if desired, and serve immediately or refrigerate up to 4 hours.

Notes

How to Stabilize Whipped Cream

  • Cornstarch method: Add 1 teaspoon cornstarch with the powdered sugar before whipping.
  • Gelatin method: Bloom 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin in 2 tablespoons cold water, melt until dissolved, cool slightly, then drizzle into the cream while whipping.
  • Cream cheese method: Beat in 2–3 tablespoons softened cream cheese or mascarpone with the sugar and cinnamon. Adds a tangy note and extra structure.