Foodie tricks: make whipped cream in a mason jar

Yes, you read that right: you can make whipped cream in a mason jar. I did it! So can you!

This is a perfect trick if you need a small amount of whipped cream, or you don’t want to drag out your fancy mixing gadgets (or if you’re like me and you don’t own one!)

Cream doubles when it’s whipped. So, 1 cup of cream makes 2 cups of whipped cream. You could serve up to 8 people a nice heaping of whipped cream with that amount.

How does this magic trick work? All you need is a clean 16 oz. mason jar (lid on) that you’ll chill in the fridge for 10-15 mins., 1 cup of cold heavy whipping cream, 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla.

Pour the cream, sugar and vanilla into the chilled mason jar. Next, shake. Shake it with as much vigor as you can – it could take up to five minutes depending on how cold of a mason jar you use. I suggest putting on some good music and dancing around the kitchen.

It took me about 3 minutes to make whipped cream, with the Rolling Stones as my soundtrack.

You’ll know it’s ready when the cream moves more slowly (makes less noise) and the cream coats the side of the jar. Once it gets at this point, take it easy on the shaking. Check your whipped cream.

If you’re happy, serve it up – if not, shake only a few seconds longer, or you’ll eventually get butter! Enjoy!