Friday, June 13, 2008

Vegan Whipped Cream

If you had asked me last year if homemade vegan whipped topping was possible, I would have said no. If you had asked me several months ago, I would have the same answer. If you ask me today, I would say absolutely! Yes, homemade vegan whipped topping is absolutely possible.

I'll begin by saying that there is no tofu involved here. None. As much as I love my tofu, whipped cream it's not. This is a fluffy, ethereal topping, the perfect accompaniment to crepes, waffles or chocolate cake (yes, I've topped them all).

Another thing that's so fantastic about this vegan topping, is that you can also whip it into a marshmallow cream (thanks Bryanna, for the tip) and possibly meringue as well. Yes, Bryanna's in on the secret too. I also plan to test out chocolate and citrus versions too. I mean, really, can you ever have too many toppings?

Last week, feeling like kids in a candy shop, my husband and I quickly grabbed our mini kitchen torch, toasting the top like a campfire marshmallow or meringue-topped pie. Unbelievable! We looked at each other with sheer excitement, as we started grabbing ingredients and kitchen tools. What followed next was s'more waffles, a true breakfast of champions. Our kitchen has become a whipped topping wonderland.

Notice the little flecks of vanilla paste in the cream.

Now that I've piqued your interest, you'll have to come back for the rest of the story. I have some more experimenting to do before I can share the details. Just know that I will share, so even though you may not live close enough to come over for s'more waffles, lemon meringue tarts or chocolate fluff cake, I will send you in the right direction. I mean, come on, whipped topping and marshmallow fluff, this is the stuff of vegan dreams!

Chocolate fluff cake

As a side note, I've actually come across several new ingredients recently (or at least new to me), which take vegan desserts to a whole new level. I can't wait to share! So check back, because they're coming soon (and hopefully to a kitchen near you!).

Julie

36 comments:

A.M. said...

O my... I can't wait! It looks really pretty, can't wait to try it myself.

Oh, and I think it's great you are going to share this!

Erin said...

I'm intrigued and excited to see what happens. I can almost taste the marshmallowy goodness.

Vegan_Noodle said...

I will be watching very closely.... the world will be a better place with homemade vegan whipped topping!

mel said...

Hurry, hurry, hurry!

And thank you in advance! It looks delicious.

Anonymous said...

Oh, I can't wait to read more about it!!

Anonymous said...

praise the Julie!

KitteeBee said...

julie,
you're killin' me here.

xo
kittee

Animal-Friendly said...

I will be waiting oh so patiently for more details on this, but it won't be easy! I cannot wait to hear more- this is revolutionary!

aTxVegn said...

I've waited YEARS for this, Julie! I'm so excited!

Melisser; the Urban Housewife said...

woohoooo! Let the testing begin!

Vegan Dad said...

The suspense . . . is . . . killing me!

nikitee said...

OMG! If I can make lemon merengue pie again... oh my, oh my... please, share soon!

Christian said...

Oh yeah!! Can't wait! I'm going to eat vegan whip on everything! I'm going to carry it in a thermos and eat it with a spoon! I'm going to quit brining water bottles and energy bars on bike rides, just this! I'm not leaving my computer until the recipe is up. Who's with me?

Julie said...

Oh my goodness, Julie! This does look like what dreams are made of. You are such an amazing cook :]

Maggie M. said...

SHARE SHARE!!!!! I've been waiting so long!

julie hasson said...

I will share the details shortly! I just want to experiment with it a little more over the weekend, so I can at least give everyone a recipe with the post.

It's nice to see so many other passionate fluff lovers!

Bonnie said...

Wow, fantastic - it looks beautiful! I'm really looking forward to that recipe.

Katy said...

Yum, that cake looks so good! I can't wait for the recipe for the whipped topping!

Unknown said...

this is so exciting! hurry!

IsaChandra said...

You're amazing! I think I know what it is, too. (Only cause you sort of told me?)

Katie said...

I am new to blogging & I just found your site...I already love it :)

That whipped cream sounds amazing! I had no idea that was something that could be veganized. I'll definitely looking for your next post!

bjorkedoff said...

julie,when i come to portland around gathering time i am coming over and expecting that you have concocted some cuhrazy fluff/whipp cream/meringue dessert that is very peanut buttery!

sarchan said...

Awesome. Period.

Bobbi said...

Yay Julie! You're ushering in a new era of vegan cookery! I can hardly wait, but thanks for the teaser -- it gives us all something to anticipate. It looks awesome!

Speedwell said...

(tries to speak, but is overcome and cries)

Between this and the Veggieroni/Seitan o'Greatness, I will never go hungry again, as God is my witness.

KitteeBee said...

jooooooooooooooooooolie!

hallo????

ox
kittee

Shellyfish said...

Such a tease! I can't wait for- I will be watching with both eyes for this one!

Sheree' said...

I can't wait to see this recipe in action on Everydaydish.tv. :o) Love it, love it, love it!

KitteeBee said...

this is really making me crazy.

Calimaryn said...

Lemon Meringue Tarts?! Oh please please. That would make my life complete.

spiceislandvegan said...

Julie,

You and Bryanna are killing me with suspense! :-) I will be waiting since I LOVE whipped cream. Does your family feel whipped yet with all your experiments? :-) Thank you both of you for being such vegan kitchen divas.

Dreaming! said...

WOW! I have been cruising around your blog and web site for quite some time now and have had so much success with your seitan sausage, coffee cake, and so many other recipes. Can't wait for this one.

Jenni (aka Vegyogini) said...

Meringue is the one and only thing I miss as a vegan. My mom used to make us meringue cookies and angel food cake was always my favorite cake. I'm so excited that you're developing a recipe that might give me those treats back. :)

Allyson said...

Did you ever share the recipe?

rachel said...

Hi! Do you have the recipe yet? :) Thanks!

Stumblina said...

Yum! I need it. Where is the recipe??!!