Chocolate Whipped Cream is that extra special touch you can add to simple desserts and hot drinks to take them over the top! This simple recipe contains just three ingredients and features a natural sweetener.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream, syrup, and cocoa powder. Beat with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form.
1 cup whipping cream, 2 tablespoon maple syrup, 2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
Use as a cake frosting or topping for your favorite desserts or sweet beverages. Chocolate whipped cream can also be served as a dip for fruit or cookies.
Notes
Promptly refrigerate leftovers and use within a couple days.To freeze: portion out dollops of cream onto a lined tray and freeze until firm. Remove frozen blobs to a ziptop freezer bag or airtight container. Store in the freezer up to 1 month.Variations: The beauty of whipped cream is that you can flavor it any way you like it. Consider these different options:
Add vanilla extract for plain homemade whipped cream.
Whip in ground spices like ground cinnamon or ginger.
Use maple syrup or maple extract for maple whipped cream
Add a different flavored extract such as peppermint, almond, or lemon.
Fold in cookie crumbs or crushed candies, such as toffee or candy canes for a vintage candy fluff.
You can even make a savory whipped cream, using fresh herbs and no sweetener.