How to Make Whipped Cream in a Mason Jar

Yahoo Food is proud to present “The Tipline,” a video series giving you tips, tricks, and hacks to get you through the holiday season and weeknight dinners alike. Today’s tip: how to make homemade whipped cream in a mason jar.

You’ve got pie and hot chocolate ready to serve. But alas, you forgot the whipped cream. No need for another trip to the grocery store — you can make your own whipped cream using a mason jar, as demonstrated in this “Tipline” video.

Just add heavy cream to a chilled mason jar, along with vanilla and sugar, and shake vigorously for a few minutes. Don’t overshake! You’ll churn your cream to butter if you do. Watch the video for the telltale sign your whipped cream is ready for dolloping.

You’ll end up with a creamy, light whipped cream perfect for spooning onto all of your holiday desserts.

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