There aren’t many desserts or sweet drinks that aren’t improved with a dollop of whipped cream. From pancakes to brownies to thick shakes and hot mochas, whipped cream takes any indulgence to a whole new level. And it’s been that way for centuries, it turns out. The use of whipped cream, which, fun fact, was often referred to as “milk snow,” can be traced all the way back to 16th century Europe. Back then, it was often made with dairy and egg whites and cooks even whipped it with tree branches.
jump to the list
Of course, modern recipes call for a whisk instead of a branch (less fun, but much more hygienic), but many don’t even require dairy ingredients anymore. If you’re craving a whipped cream-heavy dessert, or maybe a super indulgent chocolate shake, we’re right there with you. To help us all out, here, we’ve gathered a few of our favorite vegan whipped and…