Source: Anna_shepulova, AdobeStockFor a cake to be truly delicious and tender, it's not enough to just bake a successful sponge – you also need to choose the right frosting. And in this case, whipped cream frosting is perfect for cake. Its main advantage is that it's simple and versatile – it pairs well with various flavors and additions. Take note of our 15 recipes!
1. Custard Whipped Cream Frosting for Cake
Source: gorodche.ruCustard made with heavy cream will be even softer than with milk.
You will need: 500 ml 20% cream, 2 eggs, 50 g butter, 2 tbsp flour.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with sugar and flour until fluffy. Pour in the cream, whisk again, and heat everything together over low heat until the first bubbles appear, stirring constantly. Add the butter, stir the cream again, cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface, and let it cool.
2. Buttercream Frosting for Cake
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA very quick frosting that can be made in five minutes.
You will need: 250 g butter, 200 g powdered sugar, 100 ml cream, 1 packet vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Bring cream of any fat content to a boil and let it cool to room temperature. Add softened butter and the remaining ingredients, then whisk the frosting with a mixer until fluffy and smooth.
3. Whipped Cream Frosting with Condensed Milk
Source: attuale.ruYou can use regular or boiled condensed milk – it will be delicious either way, but with different flavors.
You will need: 500 ml 35% cream, 200 g condensed milk.
Preparation: Lightly whisk the condensed milk with a mixer. Separately whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Combine everything and whisk the frosting again until smooth.
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4. Whipped Cream Frosting with Mascarpone for Cake
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruThis frosting is especially good for smoothing cakes because it is thick.
You will need: 300 ml 33-35% cream, 300 g mascarpone, 100 g powdered sugar.
Preparation: Whip cold cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Add mascarpone and mix everything by hand or whisk with a mixer on low speed.
5. Whipped Cream Frosting for Cake
Source: za-edoy.ruThe simplest whipped cream frosting imaginable.
You will need: 1 cup 33-35% cream, 1/2 cup powdered sugar.
Preparation: Whip cold cream until soft peaks form. While continuing to whip, gradually add powdered sugar. Continue whipping the frosting until stiff peaks form.
6. Whipped Cream Frosting with Sour Cream
Source: volgastory.ruSour cream and whipped cream frosting turns out slightly less rich and with a light tang. Great for sour cream cakes and honey cakes!
You will need: 150 ml 33% cream, 150 g 25% sour cream, 120 g powdered sugar.
Preparation: Whip cream with powdered sugar until fluffy. Add sour cream and whip everything together again until a thick, smooth mass.
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7. Whipped Cream Frosting with Milk for Cake
Source: novyefoto.ruMilk does not whip the same way as heavy cream, so this frosting is prepared a little differently.
You will need: 200 g butter, 200 ml milk, 150 g powdered sugar.
Preparation: Heat milk with butter over low heat until the butter dissolves, then remove from heat. Whip with a mixer until fluffy for 5-10 minutes. Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 6-8 hours, then whip again until stiff peaks form, gradually adding powdered sugar.
8. Whipped Cream Frosting with Cream Cheese and Cognac
Source: almode.ruPerfect for sponge cakes, like Red Velvet.
You will need: 3 cups 33% cream, 220 g cream cheese, 3 tbsp powdered sugar, 1 tbsp cognac.
Preparation: Whip cold cream with cream cheese using a mixer until fluffy. Add powdered sugar and cognac, and whip the frosting a little more until stiff peaks form.
9. Whipped Cream Frosting with Gelatin for Cake
Source: sovkusom.ruBecause the frosting sets well and holds its shape, it is ideal for decorating cakes.
You will need: 500 ml 33-35% cream, 5 g gelatin, 70 g powdered sugar, 0.5 tsp vanilla sugar, 70 ml water.
Preparation: Dissolve gelatin in water according to instructions. Whip cold cream with powdered sugar and vanilla sugar until soft peaks form. Pour in the gelatin and whip the frosting until it begins to hold its shape.
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10. Whipped Cream Frosting with Nuts for Cake
Source: balabolkina.ruA spoonful of cognac, brandy, rum, or liqueur of your choice would be very appropriate.
You will need: 120 g butter, 150 ml cream, 100 g sugar, 120 g roasted walnuts.
Preparation: Grind the nuts into crumbs and whisk them with sugar and cream. Bring to a boil over low heat and simmer, stirring, until thickened, about 7-10 minutes. Let the frosting cool completely. Whip softened butter until fluffy and gradually fold in the cream and nut mixture.
11. Whipped Cream Frosting with Cocoa
Source: pinterest.comWe recommend using dark cocoa with a high percentage – it has a richer flavor.
You will need: 500 ml 33-35% cream, 30 g cocoa, 60 g powdered sugar.
Preparation: Sift powdered sugar with cocoa. Whip cold cream until soft peaks form and gradually add the dry mixture, continuing to whip the frosting until smooth.
12. Curd Whipped Cream Frosting for Cake
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruAny fat content cottage cheese will work for this recipe.
You will need: 200 g cottage cheese, 500 ml 33-35% cream, 150 g powdered sugar, 2 pinches vanilla.
Preparation: Whip cottage cheese with cream until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, and whip the frosting until a stable, fluffy mass.
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13. Whipped Cream Frosting with Chocolate for Cake
Source: za-edoy.ruIt turns out almost like ganache, just not as thick.
You will need: 200 ml 33-35% cream, 100 g chocolate to taste.
Preparation: Heat cream to 40-50 degrees Celsius, add chopped chocolate and stir until dissolved. Heat for another 1 minute and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate the frosting for a couple of hours, then whip it with a mixer.
14. Dry Whipped Cream Frosting for Cake
Source: pinterest.comPerhaps one of the most unusual ways to prepare whipped cream frosting.
You will need: 60 g dry cream, 250 ml milk, 40 g powdered sugar.
Preparation: Mix all ingredients together. Whip with a mixer on medium speed, gradually increasing it. Continue whipping the frosting until stiff peaks form.
15. Berry Whipped Cream Frosting for Cake
Source: fb.ruA delicate and aromatic frosting with a very vibrant hue without any artificial colors.
You will need: 500 ml 33-35% cream, 200 g sugar, 10 g flour, 2 eggs, 100 ml water, 300 g berries to taste.
Preparation: Simmer berries with water for 10 minutes and then strain through a sieve. Beat eggs with sugar and flour until smooth, pour in the berry puree, and mix.
Simmer the mixture for a couple of minutes over low heat until thickened. Let it cool to room temperature. Whip cold cream until peaks form and gradually fold in the berry mixture. The frosting is ready!