Pour the heavy cream into a large mixing bowl, or bowl of a stand mixer. Sift in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, then add the vanilla extract and espresso powder if using.
1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, ⅓ cup powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon espresso powder
Use a whisk attachment on low speed to combine the ingredients, then adjust the speed to low-medium. Continue to mix for 3 to 5 minutes or until stiff peaks form.
Refrigerate the chocolate whipped cream until ready to serve.
Notes
The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 2 ounces of whipped cream. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Whipped Cream
Serving Size
2 ounces
Amount per Serving
Calories
118
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
35
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
34
mg
11
%
Sodium
8
mg
0
%
Potassium
49
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
5
g
2
%
Fiber
0.5
g
2
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
437
IU
9
%
Vitamin C
0.2
mg
0
%
Calcium
21
mg
2
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.