Delicious Dessert Topping | Food

This is the perfect accompaniment to summer fruits, or use it as an ideal frosting for cakes and cupcakes. It’s so easy, but utterly fabulous. If using as a frosting, be sure to store frosted cake(s) in the refrigerator. This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled.

1 cup chilled whipping cream

1/4 cup chilled sour cream

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Using electric mixer, beat all ingredients in large bowl until stiff peaks form. Makes about 2-1/3 cups.

Variation: Lemon Crème Fraîche

Prepare as directed above, but substitute 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest for the vanilla.