11/02/2025
Soft, spreadable or pourable toppings to enhance flavor, texture, and visual appeal.
1️⃣ Whipped Cream
Ingredients
- 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream (480 mL)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (60 g)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 mL)
Steps:
1. Chill a glass or metal mixing bowl (and beaters, if using a hand mixer) for 15–30 minutes.
2. Add cream, sugar, and vanilla to the chilled bowl.
3. Beat with a mixer — start on low, then increase to high as it thickens.
4. Whip for 60–90 seconds until stiff peaks form. Scrape the bowl halfway through.
5. Use immediately or transfer to a piping bag for desserts.
2️⃣ Cream Cheese Glaze
Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, room temp (113 g)
- ¼ cup butter, room temp (57 g)
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted if clumpy (120 g)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 mL)
Steps:
1. Add cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla to a mixing bowl.
2. Beat on low, then gradually increase speed until smooth and lump-free.
To Use:
Warm in a microwave-safe jar or over low heat for 20 seconds. Stir and drizzle over desserts or breakfast pastries.
3️⃣ White Chocolate Sauce
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup white chocolate chips or chopped bar (115 g)
- ⅓ cup heavy cream (80 mL)
Steps:
1. Add cream and chocolate to a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly until melted and smooth.
2. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Use warm or refrigerate for later.
Note: For extra richness and shine, add 1–2 tbsp (14–28 g) unsalted butter while melting.
4️⃣ Marshmallow Fluff
Ingredients
- 3 egg whites
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar (1 g)
- ⅔ cup sugar (135 g)
- ¼ cup water (60 mL)
- ¾ cup honey (255 g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (5 mL)
Steps:
1. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form (5 min).
2. Boil sugar, water, and honey until it reaches 246°F (119°C).
3. Slowly drizzle hot syrup into egg whites while mixing on low.
4. Add vanilla, then beat on high until fluffy (10 min).
5. Store in a sealed container at room temp for up to 1 week.
These are commonly added to cakes, cupcakes, brownies, waffles, pancakes, and sundaes — perfect for layering, drizzling, or dolloping.