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To make whipped cream by hand, chill 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy whipping cream and a mixing bowl in the refrigerator. Pour the cream into the bowl, then add 1/3 cup (35 grams) powdered sugar and a pinch of salt. Use a whisk or an electric mixer to whip the cream in a circular direction, going quickly to keep the cream from warming up too much. Continue whipping until you can lift the whisk or beaters from the cream and leave semi-stiff peaks behind. Place the bowl in the refrigerator, or keep whipping if you want stiffer whipped cream that can retain its shape. If you want to learn how to add flavors to your whipped cream, keep reading the article!