How to Freeze Heavy Cream and Make Frozen Whipped Cream Recipe
Learn how to freeze heavy cream and whipped cream properly to extend their shelf life. This simple guide shows you step-by-step methods to freeze heavy cream in ice cube trays and preserve whipped cream dollops for up to 3 months, making it easy to use small portions whenever needed without waste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours (including freezing time)
- Yield: Varies depending on tray size; approximately 12-16 cubes per standard ice cube tray
- Category: Freezing / Food Preservation
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Universal
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Heavy Cream (amount as needed for freezing)
- Heavy Whipping Cream (for whipped cream freezing)
Instructions
- Prepare Heavy Cream Cubes: Fill ice cube trays or molds about three-quarters full with heavy cream, leaving room for expansion to prevent spills.
- Freeze Cream Cubes: Place the trays in the freezer until the cream is frozen solid.
- Store Cream Cubes: Transfer the frozen cream cubes to a large zip-top bag, label it with the date, and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Defrosting Cream Cubes: To thaw, move the desired number of cubes to a container and refrigerate for 1 to 2 days or heat gently in a saucepan or microwave in 30-second intervals until thawed.
- Make Whipped Cream: Beat heavy whipping cream in a stand mixer bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Freeze Whipped Cream Dollops: Place small dollops of whipped cream onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until solid.
- Store Frozen Whipped Cream: Transfer the solid whipped cream dollops to an airtight container or zip-top bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
Notes
- When freezing heavy cream, ensure you leave enough space in the tray for expansion to prevent overflow.
- Use frozen heavy cream cubes within 3 months for best quality.
- Thawed cream should be used within 1 to 2 days and not refrozen.
- Whipped cream can also be frozen successfully in small portions as dollops and used as needed.
- Reheat frozen cubes slowly to avoid curdling or separation.
- Frozen whipped cream works great for topping desserts straight from the freezer.
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