How to Freeze Heavy Cream and Make Frozen Whipped Cream Recipe
Learn the simple and effective method to freeze heavy cream and whipped cream to extend their shelf life. This guide covers how to portion heavy cream using ice cube trays, store them properly, and defrost for later use, as well as tips for freezing freshly whipped cream to keep it ready for topping desserts and beverages.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (freezing time)
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Freezing/Storage
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Universal
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Heavy Cream – quantity as needed
Instructions
- Fill the trays: Fill the ice cube trays or molds three-quarters full with heavy cream, leaving some space for expansion during freezing to prevent overflow and mess.
- Freeze solid: Place the trays in the freezer and allow the cream to freeze completely until solid.
- Store cubes: Once frozen, transfer the heavy cream cubes into a large ziplock bag. Label the bag with the freezing date and store in the freezer for up to three months.
- Defrost in refrigerator: When ready to use, transfer the desired number of cream cubes into a container and thaw them slowly in the refrigerator. Use thawed cream within one to two days for best quality.
- Quick defrost: Alternatively, heat a few cubes in a saucepan on the stovetop or microwave in 30-second intervals until fully thawed, stirring gently as needed.
- Prepare whipped cream: To freeze whipped cream, beat heavy whipping cream in a standing mixer bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Freeze whipped dollops: Using a spoon, place small dollops of whipped cream onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze these dollops until completely solid.
- Store whipped cream: Transfer the frozen whipped cream dollops into an airtight container or ziplock bag, label, and freeze for up to three months for convenient future use.
Notes
- Do not fill ice cube trays completely to avoid spillage due to expansion during freezing.
- Use thawed heavy cream within 1-2 days for best texture and flavor.
- Frozen whipped cream works great as a quick topping without needing to rewhip.
- Label all bags with the freezing date to keep track of storage times.
- Defrost slowly in the refrigerator to maintain the best quality whenever possible.
