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    Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting

    May 7, 2023 by Megan Calipari Leave a Comment

    This Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting is a quick, light and fluffy chantilly cream that is made with a vegan heavy cream substitute- not coconut cream!

    This easy frosting recipe is perfect for cakes, cupcakes or to top any dessert with. It only requires 3 ingredients and and a few minutes to make this light and fluffy chantilly cream!

    White bowl of vegan whipped cream frosting in a bowl
    This Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting is creamy, dreamy and fluffy.

    Ingredients

    Vegan Heavy Whipping Cream: My top pick is Silk Heavy Whipping Cream.

    Powdered Sugar: Be sure to sift it!

    Vanilla Extract: For a little vanilla flavor.

    Method

    This Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting is made just like a Chantilly Cream.

    First, pour the vegan heavy cream into a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment.

    Next, turn the speed to medium and add the sifted powdered sugar while the mixer is running.

    Now, whip the cream until stiff peaks form.

    Finally, add the vanilla and mix to incorporate.

    Now, use it however you want!

    A fork in a vegan chocolate blueberry cake.
    The perfect dessert topper.

    The Best Vegan Heavy Cream Substitutes

    My top recommendation for a vegan heavy cream substitute is:

    Silk Heavy Whipping Cream.

    Country Crock Plant Cream is also good, but the Silk is just a little better in my opinion.

    While this Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting is not made with coconut cream, these two picks do have coconut ingredients. They don't taste like coconut at all though!

    Vegan Substitutions for Heavy Cream
    These are my top picks for vegan heavy whipping creams.

    Uses

    This Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting Can be used to:

    Frost a cake like my Strawberry Shortcake Cake

    Top cupcakes for a light and fluffy finish like these Strawberry and Cream Cupcakes.

    Dollop onto loaf cakes like my Raspberry Lemon Loaf

    Or just dip strawberries into it!

    Strawberry shortcake cake on a cake stand
    Even build a cake like this with it!

    Substitutions

    Instead of vanilla extract, use any extract you like to make this recipe a little different. Almond extract would be delicious.

    A vegan strawberry cupcake topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh strawberry/
    This is the perfect frosting for cupcakes!

    Storage

    This Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting recipe is best when used the same day. But it is possible to store. I have tested to make sure the recipe doesn't fall flat in the refrigerator over a couple of days.

    To store, transfer to a container that has a tight fitting lid and keep in the refrigerator for up to two days.

    Strawberry dipped in whipped cream frosting
    But its also good to eat with fruit.

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    Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting in a bowl with strawberries in the foreground

    Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting

    Megan Calipari
    This Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting is a quick, light and fluffy chantilly cream that is made with a vegan heavy cream substitute- not coconut cream!
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, French
    Servings 4 Cups

    Equipment

    • 1 Stand Mixer with Whip Attachment
    • 1 Spatula
    • 1 Sifter
    • Measuring Cups and Spoons

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Cups Vegan Heavy Whipping Cream
    • ¼ Cup Powdered Sugar, sifted
    • ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract

    Instructions
     

    • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, add the vegan heavy whipping cream.
      2 Cups Vegan Heavy Whipping Cream
    • Turn the mixer to medium and add the powdered sugar while the mixer is running.
      ¼ Cup Powdered Sugar, sifted
    • Turn the mixer up to high speed and whip until the mixture has stiff peaks, occasionally stopping to fold the cream so the bottom gets incorporated.
    • Once stiff peaks are achieved, add the vanilla and mix on low for a few seconds to incorporate.
      ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    • Use as desired.
    Keyword Vegan Chantilly Cream, Vegan Heavy Cream Substitute, Vegan Whipped Cream Frosting, Whipped Cream No Coconut

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    I'm Megan. I'm a trained pastry chef who is passionate about creating vegan desserts and meals for everyone. My recipes use simple ingredients and methods to create delicious results.

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