Heavy Whipping Cream FAQ

What recipes call for Land O Lakes® Heavy Whipping Cream? Back To Top

Whipped cream can be an ingredient in a sweet treat such as Chocolate Chip Whipped Cream Loaf. Heavy whipping cream is the key ingredient in fillings and toppings such as in Angel Cloud Cream Puffs and Orange Cream Layer Cake. A dessert is made extra special when it is topped with whipped cream whether dollops or as the top layer of a pie such as on the Creamy Lime Pie.

What is the difference between heavy whipping cream and heavy cream? Back To Top

Heavy cream, also called heavy whipping cream, is whipping cream with a milkfat content between 36 - 40%.

How do you recommend that I store Land O Lakes® Heavy Whipping Cream? Back To Top

This product requires refrigeration. For best results we recommend using it by the date stamped on the package.  Once opened, the product should be used within 7 – 10 days.

We do not recommend freezing this product.  Although freezing does not affect the safety or nutritional value of the product, frozen-then-thawed product may affect texture and/or taste.  We do not guarantee the quality of our products if stored frozen. 

How do you recommend that I store Land O Lakes® Heavy Whipping Cream? Back To Top

This product requires refrigeration. For best results we recommend using it by the date stamped on the package.  Once opened, the product should be used within 7 – 10 days.

We do not recommend freezing this product.  Although freezing does not affect the safety or nutritional value of the product, frozen-then-thawed product may affect texture and/or taste.  We do not guarantee the quality of our products if stored frozen. 

What can I do to make my Land O Lakes® Heavy Whipping Cream whip better? Back To Top

For best results chill the bowl and beaters for 30 minutes in the freezer before whipping the cream. Make sure that the cream is as fresh and cold as possible.

How much whipping cream should I use when my recipe calls for a specific amount of whipped cream? Back To Top

If one cup of whipping cream is whipped it should equal about 2 cups of whipped cream.

How far in advance of serving time can I whip cream? Back To Top

Ultrapasteurized whipping cream can be whipped up to 4 hours ahead of the serving time. After whipping, cover and refrigerate the whipped cream.

When is the best time during whipping to add other ingredients? Back To Top

Additional ingredients such as sugar or vanilla should be added when soft peaks form or toward the end of whipping the cream. If ingredients are added too early the volume of cream whipped is reduced. If ingredients are added too late, or after the whipped cream has reached its peak, the cream may be over-whipped.

Does Land O Lakes® Heavy Whipping Cream contain gluten? Back To Top

This product is made without the use of wheat, wheat gluten, rye, oat, barley or malt ingredients. However, at this time we do not conduct tests that would allow us to label this product as gluten-free. Anyone with severe allergies or sensitivities should always consult a doctor before introducing a new food.

Where can I find Land O Lakes® Heavy Whipping Cream? Back To Top

Please call 1-800-878-9762 for help locating this product in your area.

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