Pumpkin Spice Whipped Cream

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The perfect way to take any fall dessert to the next level, pumpkin spice whipped cream is made with real pumpkin, maple syrup, and plenty of warm spices. It takes just a few minutes to make, and has a rich flavor you’ll love!

Glass jar filled with pumpkin spice whipped cream with mugs of hot chocolate in the background.

Quick Look at the Recipe

🍽️ Flavor: Rich pumpkin spice with a hint of maple
🕒 Ready In: 10 minutes
👥 Amount: 3 cups
🥣 Main Ingredients: Whipping cream, pumpkin puree, spices, maple syrup
📖 Dietary Info: Gluten free, egg free, refined sugar free
👩‍🍳 Tip: Maple syrup adds just the right touch of natural sweetness and perfectly compliments the rich pumpkin flavor.

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How to Make Everything Pumpkin Spice

As a healthy baker, it’s only natural for me to love anything pumpkin spice (well except for pumpkin spice coffee). Pumpkin is naturally packed with nutrition, and it has such a wonderful, cozy fall flavor.

The amazing thing about pumpkin spice whipped cream is that you can use it to turn anything pumpkin spice flavored! From classic oat pancakes to coconut sugar ice cream, it can now all have a perfect fall twist.

What Makes this Whipped Cream Special?

Quick and easy for last minute desserts.
Real pumpkin flavor using simple, healthy ingredients.
Low-sugar recipe using only a touch of maple syrup as sweetener.

Ingredients

Heavy whipping cream – Sometimes this is simply called heavy cream.
Pumpkin puree – Not pumpkin pie filling.
Maple syrup – For richness and a touch of sweetness.
Spices – Instead of calling for premixed pumpkin spice, this recipe uses a blend of individual spices with specific amounts perfect for pumpkin whipped cream.

Tools Needed

Stand mixer – You can also use an electric hand mixer if that’s what you have.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1: Using a stand mixer or electric hand mixer, beat the cream until medium peaks are just beginning to form.

Bowl full of pumpkin spice whipped cream just after whipping.

Step 2: Then gently beat in the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla, and spices until it’s combined. Make sure not to over-beat!

Step 3: Serve your pumpkin spice whipped cream with a festive breakfast or dessert!

Glass jar filled with fluffy pumpkin spice whipped cream with cups of hot chocolate in the background.

If you’re looking for more pumpkin spice recipes, check out my gluten-free pumpkin spice cookies and pumpkin cheesecake bars!

What to Serve With Pumpkin Whipped Cream

Hot chocolate – If you’re really in the fall mood, you’ve got to try this recipe for pumpkin hot chocolate!

Coffee – Get that pumpkin spice latte flavor at home!

Ice cream – This healthy ice cream is my favorite.

Pancakes – Whether you serve it with a simple oat Dutch baby pancake or go all out with pumpkin pancakes, whipped cream is a breakfast classic for a reason!

Any apple dessert – It’s just the best with my low-sugar apple crisp!

Two white mugs full of hot chocolate with pumpkin spice topped with pumpkin spice whipped cream on a wooden table with pumpkins.

Tips for Success

Chill your tools – Before starting, let your bowl and beaters chill in the freezer for 15 minutes. This helps the cream to stay cold and makes for lighter and fluffier whipped cream.

Start slow – If you start whipping on high speed, you could be in for a big mess! Start slow and gradually increase the speed. Once you get close to being done, slow down again to avoid over whipping.

Don’t over whip – Whipped cream can go from soft peaks to over-whipped very quickly. Some people prefer to switch to whipping by hand once soft peaks form (when peaks form but don’t hold their shape).

Use fresh spices – Older spices lose some of their flavor, so you want to use high-quality, fresh spices in this recipe.

FAQs

How long will pumpkin spice whipped cream keep?

You can store pumpkin spice whipped cream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. However, after 12-24 hours, it will begin to deflate and get soupier as time goes on.

Can you add pumpkin puree to whipped cream?

Yes, pumpkin puree is delicious in whipped cream and adds the perfect fall touch.

Violet’s Tips for Serving

Homemade whipped cream begins to lose its fluffiness after about 30 minutes at room temperature. For best results, store it in the fridge until immediately before serving.

If you try this recipe, let me know in the comments! Tag me on Instagram @violet_rightathome