Great Value Heavy Whipping Cream – Rich, Versatile Cream for Every Recipe
Our Great Value Heavy Whipping Cream brings restaurant-quality results to your home kitchen with its rich 36% milkfat content. This ultra-pasteurized dairy cream whips into stiff peaks for desserts, enriches sauces and soups, and creates silky coffee beverages.
Perfect for bakers, home cooks, and coffee enthusiasts, our heavy whipping cream comes in a convenient one-quart carton that pours cleanly and stores easily. We source our cream from Grade A dairy farms to ensure consistent quality and freshness in every container.
What makes our heavy whipping cream special
Ultra-Pasteurized Quality & Freshness
Our Great Value Heavy Whipping Cream undergoes ultra-pasteurization, a process that heats the cream briefly to higher temperatures than standard pasteurization. This extended-life treatment gives you more time to use the product after opening while maintaining the fresh dairy taste you expect.
The 36% milkfat content meets USDA standards for heavy cream, ensuring reliable performance whether you’re making homemade whipped cream for pies or enriching your favorite pasta sauce. Store unopened cartons in your refrigerator, and once opened, use within seven to ten days for best quality.
Culinary Versatility for Every Recipe
Great Value Heavy Whipping Cream excels in both sweet and savory applications throughout your kitchen. Whip it with sugar and vanilla for classic dessert toppings, or fold it into chocolate mousse for luxurious texture.
Baking & Desserts
In baking, our heavy cream adds moisture and richness to cakes, scones, and biscuits. Use it to make ganache for cake filling, panna cotta for elegant dinner parties, or ice cream bases that rival premium brands. The high fat content ensures stable whipped cream that holds its shape for decorated desserts.
Whipping Instructions & Tips
Achieving perfect whipped cream starts with proper preparation. Chill your mixing bowl and whisk or beater attachments in the freezer for 15 minutes before whipping. Cold equipment helps the cream reach stiff peaks faster and more reliably.
Pour the desired amount of Great Value Heavy Whipping Cream into your chilled bowl—typically one cup yields about two cups of whipped cream. Start mixing on medium speed, then increase to medium-high once the cream begins to thicken. Watch carefully during the final minute to avoid over-whipping.
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Questions About Great Value Heavy Whipping Cream
Our Great Value Heavy Whipping Cream contains 36% milkfat, which meets USDA standards for heavy cream classification. This high fat content is what allows the cream to whip into stable peaks and provides rich flavor in cooking applications.
The 36% milkfat also ensures excellent performance in both hot and cold preparations, from reducing into sauces to whipping for desserts. This is higher than light cream (18-30% fat) and half & half (10-18% fat), making it the premium choice for serious cooking and baking.
Once opened, our heavy whipping cream should be used within seven to ten days when stored properly in the refrigerator at 40°F or below. Always close the carton securely after each use and store it on an interior shelf rather than the refrigerator door.
The ultra-pasteurization process extends the unopened shelf life significantly compared to standard pasteurized cream. Check the date code on the carton for the unopened expiration date, and always inspect the cream for freshness before use—it should smell clean and pour smoothly.
Yes, Great Value Heavy Whipping Cream is specifically formulated for whipping applications with its 36% milkfat content. For best results, chill your bowl and beaters before whipping, and keep the cream cold throughout the process.
One cup of liquid cream typically yields about two cups of whipped cream. You can whip it to soft peaks for a pourable consistency or continue to stiff peaks for piping decorations. Add powdered sugar and vanilla during the final 30 seconds for sweetened whipped cream.
Yes, our heavy whipping cream is naturally gluten-free as it contains only one ingredient: Grade A heavy cream. There are no additives, stabilizers, or thickeners that might contain gluten.
However, as a dairy product, it does contain lactose and milk proteins, so it’s not suitable for those with dairy allergies or severe lactose intolerance. Always check current packaging for the most up-to-date ingredient and allergen information.
Heavy whipping cream contains 36% milkfat, while half & half contains only 10-18% milkfat—a blend of milk and cream. This significant fat difference affects cooking performance and versatility.
Heavy cream can be whipped into stable peaks, reduced into thick sauces, and adds substantial richness to recipes. Half & half cannot be whipped and is best used for lightening coffee or adding modest creaminess to dishes. For serious cooking and baking, heavy cream provides superior results.
Yes, you can freeze our heavy whipping cream for up to two months in its original carton or in a freezer-safe container. However, freezing may cause some separation and texture changes when thawed.
Frozen and thawed cream works well in cooked applications like soups, sauces, and baked goods, but may not whip as successfully as fresh cream. Thaw frozen cream in the refrigerator overnight and shake or stir well before using. For whipping applications, we recommend using fresh cream for best results.
Great Value Heavy Whipping Cream excels in countless recipes across sweet and savory categories. Popular uses include homemade whipped cream, ice cream bases, ganache, panna cotta, cream pies, and rich frostings for desserts.
For savory cooking, use it in alfredo sauce, creamy pasta dishes, bisques and cream soups, pan sauces for meat, mashed potatoes, and gratins. It’s also perfect for enriching coffee drinks, hot chocolate, and cream-based cocktails. The high fat content ensures it won’t curdle when heated or acidified in most recipes.