Freeze leftover homemade whipped cream with these easy steps and you will always have whipped cream ready for a cup of coffee or to add to a quick dessert. Great for holiday planning!

Ever have that little bit of leftover homemade whipped cream that you feel guilty throwing away but if you eat one more spoonful of it you might be sick? Freeze it!

Can you freeze whipped cream?

Yes, friends- yes! Plop that leftover creamy goodness on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Now you have pre-portioned dollops of whipped cream ready for hot chocolate or a slice of pound cake with fruit salad. You can make big swirls or small swirls, or simply drop by the spoonful. I try to make mug-sized portions.

They might be slightly on the larger side for a slice of pecan pie, but this is a judgement free zone.

Tips for Freezing Whipped Cream

Freeze it quickly. The longer the leftover whipped cream sits out or in the refrigerator, the faster it loses some of its billowy texture.
Freeze it in single-serve portions. (Think what will fit in a mug or for a piece of pie.)
Transfer it to a long-term freezer option (airtight bag) quickly, within 24 hours or so before it picks up any unsavory flavors from the freezer.

How to Use Frozen Whipped Cream

If you’re adding the frozen whipped cream to something hot (like a cup of hot chocolate or warm piece of pie) then you can add the frozen whipped cream directly to the item and dig in.

If you are adding it to something that is room temperature or cold, you might want to add the frozen whipped cream dollop to the plated item and then allow it to thaw slightly before enjoying.

swirls of whipped cream on a baking sheet

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