When it comes to the keto diet, you might worry that your dessert options are limited. However, this luscious keto whipped cream proves that’s not the case. Made with 3 simple ingredients — heavy whipping cream, vanilla collagen, and Monk Fruit Sweetener — this will be your new favorite dessert!

What Is Heavy Whipping Cream?

Heavy whipping cream is the high-fat part of dairy milk(1). Cream separates from the milk in the first step of processing. This occurs when the cream rises to the top (due to its fat content). It’s then skimmed off before more processing occurs(1).

The heavy whipping cream you buy at the grocery store began as raw cream, which has to be pasteurized and homogenized for safety. This means the raw cream goes through an intense heating process along with high levels of pressure to kill pathogens and improve the overall stability of the product(2). 

What’s so great about heavy whipping cream? It’s the perfect keto ingredient. One-half cup of heavy whipping cream contains(3): 

• Calories: 400

• Protein: 3 grams

• Fat: 43 grams

• Carbs: 3 grams

• Vitamin A: 35% of the daily value (DV)

• Vitamin D: 10% of DV

• Vitamin E: 7% of DV

• Calcium: 7% of DV

• Phosphorus: 7% of DV

• Choline: 4% of DV

• Vitamin K: 3% of DV

The Benefits of Heavy Whipping Cream

Heavy whipping cream is filled with saturated fat which used to get a bad reputation. For centuries, saturated fat was thought to be a key component in the development of heart disease. However, with the popularity of the keto diet rising along with more and more research coming out, saturated fat has been shown to improve heart health, not damage it(4). 

Heavy whipping cream is abundant in a number of different vitamins including vitamins A, D, E, and K. 

Vitamin A specifically is great for your overall health. Vitamin A is an essential fat-soluble compound that helps maintain healthy vision, immune system health, and playing an important role in fetal development in the womb.

Vitamin A is considered a fat-soluble vitamin, which means it should be consumed with fats to help the body absorb the nutrients at a faster rate (think vitamin K-rich leafy greens in your salad with olive oil). Interestingly enough, some studies have found that full-fat dairy products are associated with a decrease in diabetes, heart disease, and even obesity(5). 

Is Heavy Cream Good For You?

So is heavy cream good for you? The answer is yes. Don’t be scared off by the high-calorie count from heavy whipping cream. Enjoying this cream in moderate amounts can be valuable to a balanced, nutritious diet. If your body can tolerate dairy, this cream provides a number of health benefits along with being the perfect foundation for a delicious Keto Whipped Cream.

Bottom Line

Add this low-carb, keto-friendly whipped cream to any number of dishes and desserts. If you’re stressed out about what to bring to your next group gathering, add this topping to the list and watch the other guests light up with satisfaction!