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Chocolate Whipped Cream

Posted by: Kate / Desserts, Frosting / Posted: 02/09/21 / Last updated: 02/26/21

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Easy homemade chocolate whipped cream recipe! This simple 3-ingredient homemade chocolate whipped cream takes just minutes to make. 

chocolate whipped cream on a whisk attachement

Knowing how to make homemade whipped cream is a comes in handy. Not only does homemade whipped cream taste great, but it's also really easy to make.

This chocolate whipped cream takes just a few minutes to make, and you only need three ingredients to make it. And it makes a great topping for all sorts of desserts!

Chocolate whipped cream is also delicious as a frosting for cake!

How to make chocolate whipped cream

heavy whipping cream in a silver mixing bowl

Chill bowl and beaters for 15 minutes before beginning. Add heavy whipping cream to the bowl.

Powdered sugar and heavy whipping cream in a silver mixing bowl
Beat until just beginning to thicken. You should be able to see tracks in the cream. Add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar.

chocolate whipped cream in a silver mixing bowl

Continue beating until whipped cream reaches desired consistency. Do not overwhip or it will begin to turn to butter.

Chill any leftover whipped cream.

wire whisk attachment next to a silver mixing bowlTips

  • Whipping cream: It's important that the cream be cold so it will whip up better.
  • Cocoa powder: I use regular unsweetened cocoa powder or Hershey's Special Dark cocoa powder in this recipe. I haven't tried using Dutch-processed cocoa powder in this recipe.
  • Powdered sugar: Please see the notes below for using granulated sugar.
  • Flavorings: I also have notes below about adding flavorings to the whipped cream.

Can I use granulated sugar?

You can. You can use an equal amount of granulated sugar instead of using powdered sugar if you prefer.

Why use powdered sugar?

Powdered sugar adds sweetness without any grittiness.

I’ve rarely had any grittiness when using granulated sugar, but I have found that some brands with larger sugar crystals do give a grittier whipped cream.

chocolate whipped cream frosted on a chocolate layer cakeCan I make flavored chocolate whipped cream?

You can! Simply use a flavor or extract in the whipped cream.

I would recommend using up to 1 teaspoon of extract or flavor. You may need to adjust the amount depending on the flavor or extract used.

How to make chocolate whipped cream ahead of time

Whip the cream to soft peak stage, and then cover and chill until ready to use.

When ready to use, finish whipping to stiff peak stage.

chocolate whipped cream spread onto a chocolate cakeMore frosting recipes!

  • Chocolate Buttercream Frosting with Melted Chocolate
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Chocolate Whipped Cream

Easy homemade chocolate whipped cream is made with just 3 ingredients!
Author:I Heart Eating
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chill: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings:32 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate whipped cream, chocolate whipped cream recipe
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Ingredients

  • 1 pint cold heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup powder sugar (or to taste)
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Instructions

  • Chill bowl and beaters for 15 minutes before beginning.
  • Add heavy whipping cream to the bowl.
  • Beat until just beginning to thicken. You should be able to see tracks in the cream.
  • Add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar.
  • Continue beating until whipped cream reaches desired consistency. Do not overwhip or it will begin to turn to butter.
  • Chill any leftover whipped cream.

Notes

  • Whipping cream: It's important that the cream be cold so it will whip up better.
  • Cocoa powder: I use regular unsweetened cocoa powder or Hershey's Special Dark cocoa powder in this recipe. I haven't tried using Dutch-processed cocoa powder in this recipe. 
  • Powdered sugar: Please see the notes above the recipe for using granulated sugar.
  • Flavorings: I also have notes above about adding flavorings to the whipped cream.
  • Nutrition values are estimates. 

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1servingCalories: 78kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 4g (1%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 7g (11%)Saturated Fat: 4g (20%)Cholesterol: 25mg (8%)Sodium: 7mgPotassium: 34mg (1%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 273IU (5%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 14mg (1%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
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  1. Cheryl Kirby says

    February 26, 2021 at 9:07 pm

    This is so yummy! & Easy to whip up.
    Banana or coconut would be awesome flavors also😉

    Reply
    • Kate says

      February 26, 2021 at 9:30 pm

      Thank you! Those are great suggestions! I love both of those combinations! =)

      Reply
  2. Santa Lynn says

    February 26, 2021 at 4:40 pm

    Chocolate Whipped Cream recipe ingredients list
    shows 2 1/2 cups cream (1 Pint).

    Those are two different amounts.

    Reply
    • Kate says

      February 26, 2021 at 4:44 pm

      I’m not sure whether you missed my response to your last comment, but I edited the recipe so that it no longer shows that.
      I use a 1 pint container of cream in this recipe, and I edited the recipe to try to avoid any further confusion.

      Reply
  3. Santa Lynn says

    February 26, 2021 at 4:26 pm

    2 1/2 Cups or 1 pint? Which is correct? 2 Cups is a pint.

    Reply
    • Kate says

      February 26, 2021 at 4:29 pm

      It’s 1 pint. When I measured it out, it came out to 2.5 cups. However, I can see how that could be confusing, so I’m going to edit the recipe to avoid any future confusion.

      Reply

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