Whether you drink coffee every morning or you usually sip it in the afternoon to fight your low energy, you can make your favorite drink a more enjoyable, sweet treat.
All you need is some whipped cream. Yes, this means that you can finally combine the power of caffeine with the sweetness of cream without feeling too guilty!
Who needs cake when your coffee can become your ultimate dessert? Let’s find out more together.
What is Whipped Cream Coffee?
There are many ways to make your coffee sweeter, aside from sugar. Whipped cream is one of these, and it is probably the most indulgent treat coffee lovers could ever have. We all have some whipped cream in our fridge, especially if you like cooking and preparing desserts. It is now time to embrace your sweet tooth and approach one of the creamiest, most indulgent (and most caloric!) alternatives ways to spice up your usual cuppa.
Because of its milk fat content, heavy whipping cream is usually whipped up to a soft mixture, then used as a dessert topping. Whipped cream usually has a longer shelf life than normal milk and can thus also help your coffee last longer in your fridge.
How to Make Coffee with Whipped Cream at Home
First, you want to make some black coffee. You can use any brewing method and any type of coffee, including decaf.
All you need to do is whip some cream on the top of your drink to get that deliciously beautiful soft peaks. You can use homemade whipped cream and buy it from your local store. If you are using your cream, make sure to whip it before adding it to your coffee for a fatter and more intense texture.
At this point, your drink should be sweet enough. However, if you want to make it the ultimate treat, you can add a bit of granulated sugar or cocoa powder to enhance the overall taste. Are you feeling bold? Add a few drops of vanilla extract. Congratulations, your coffee with whipped cream is ready!
Can You Use Heavy Cream in Coffee?
When processed, dairy milk produces fat and cream. These are usually skimmed off of the milk and sold as heavy cream. This might contain gelling agents, which are added to keep it coagulated in the carton.
If you are looking for a very indulgent drink that can replace your usual dessert, you should try heavy cream in coffee. The two products will blend perfectly, making the ultimate hot coffee cream. The cream’s fat content will thicken up the coffee and make it sweeter, but without altering too much of its original flavor.
Can You Use Heavy Whipping Cream Instead of Heavy Cream?
Heavy cream is generally used as a keto-friendly low-carb alternative to sugar to make coffee sweeter.
Heavy cream is made up to 35% of milk fat, while heavy whipping cream has about 30% of milk. This means that they are almost identical products, and they are virtually interchangeable in some recipes, including your deliciously sweet coffee.
Can You Use Heavy Whipping Cream Instead of Half and Half?
Coffee with half and half is usually known as breve coffee, and it is made like a traditional cappuccino. However, if you prefer, you can use heavy whipping cream instead of half-and-half (although it wouldn’t technically be a café breve anymore). Alternatively, you can replace half and half with some heavy cream, as they will both add richness and extra texture to your drink.
Is Coffee with Heavy Whipping Cream Bad for Your Diet?
Of course, heavy whipping cream is full of fats. However, science has confirmed that fat is not the main enemy when it comes to losing weight. In fact, the number of calories and the quantity of sugar you ingest can play a significant role.
On the other hand, when you think of coffee, you imagine a cup full of pure joy and adrenaline. This drink gives your body a boost in heat production and can momentarily increase your metabolism.
Coffee with whipped cream comes with extra taste but, unfortunately, with almost none of these benefits. The high sugar intake of cream increases insulin, which suppresses lipolysis (the release of stored body fat into circulation) and fat-burning. However, the caffeine in the coffee will still increase our glucose intolerance. When combined with the cream’s extra carbs, our body releases even more insulin to handle the exceeding amount of sugar.
Studies have demonstrated that sugary coffee can inhibit body fat release for energy, which is the exact opposite of what coffee should normally do. It must be noted that this only happens when you use ingredients rich in fat to add extra flavor to your coffee. A good old cuppa with one or two teaspoons of sugar is still ok, especially if you use keto-friendly or low-calorie sweeteners.
In other words, drinking coffee with heavy cream is indeed a pleasure like no others, especially for the sweet-toothed. Nevertheless, it is not a habit you can repeat every day, especially if you are on a diet.
Can You Use Heavy Whipping Cream in Coffee on Keto?
If you are on a keto diet, you can substitute heavy whipping cream with heavy cream. This is a high-fat, low-carb product, which will fulfill your caloric requirements without making you feel guilty.
Some of the most popular keto-friendly alternatives are butter coffee and coconut oil coffee.
Can You Make Cold Brew with Whipped Cream?
Cold brew with whipped cream is a real thing, and coffee lovers should try it. To make what is most likely going to become your new favorite summer dessert, you must start with a very strong coffee. Since the whipped cream is already sweet, you want to create some balance between the two tastes. Then, all you have to do is to spoon your cream over the cold brew.
You can decorate your cuppa with some coffee beans or pour 1 tsp of vanilla extract in your coffee before adding the whipped cream.
Can You Use Heavy Whipping Cream in Tea?
Heavy whipping cream is the perfect topping for cold drinks, including your cup of tea. However, you should stop whipping the cream before it gets its fluffy peaks. In fact, you want it to blend with your drink rather than sitting on top of it. This will make your tea texture creamier and incorporate both flavors perfectly.
To make sure this combination works, you should use strong tea varieties, such as black tea. Besides, non-dairy whipping cream alternatives might not be the best choice to get that extra thickness.
How to Make Whipped Cream at Home?
If you love whipped cream, you can make it at home to save time and money. Most importantly, you will be able to use your favorite milk or dairy-free alternative and manage the amount of sugar and fats you want to use. You can even make some low-calorie whipped cream for a delicious coffee break which won’t hurt your diet.
To make heavy whipping cream at home, you’ll need:
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 2/3 cup of whole milk (or 1/6 cup butter or 7/8 cup half-and-half, if you want to make it keto-friendly)
- 1/3 cup of melted butter
To make your whipping cream thicker, you can add cornstarch or more butter. Otherwise, Greek yogurt is a lighter but less sweet option. With a little bit of elbow grease, you’ll be able to process your whipping cream until it reaches its traditional fluffiness and softness.
What is Whipped Coffee?
Many believe that whipped coffee and coffee with whipped cream are the same drink, but these are, indeed, two different beverages.
Whipped coffee is a type of Korean drink commonly known as Dalgona coffee. The Internet has recently made this beverage popular, and you can easily make it at home to try this new viral and delicious phenomenon.
To make whipped coffee, you need to mix instant coffee, water, and granulated sugar in equal parts (usually 2-3 tbsp). You will get a thick and creamy texture that you can spoon over milk or any dairy-free alternative of your choice. Dalgona coffee, or whipped coffee, can be tasted either hot or cold.
Behold the King of Desserts!
You can definitely use heavy whipping cream in the coffee, and you should definitely do it. Even those who generally like their coffee black and bitter cannot help but fall immediately in love with this fortunate combination.
However, if you don’t like whipped cream or if you’re looking for a keto-friendly or low-calorie alternative, there are several types of cream you can spoon over your coffee for the ultimate treat.
Yes, we know: whipping cream is rich in fat and calories and might not be the ideal substitute for your daily cuppa. However, once in a while, it’s definitely worth it.