VANILLA WALNUT WHIPPED CREAM
Course: Desserts & Pastries
Servings: 14 servings
Author: California Walnut Board and Commission
- 2½ cups California walnuts divided
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Purée 2 cups walnuts and water in a blender for 2 minutes or until very light and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon honey, vanilla, and salt and blend for 30 seconds. Add remaining teaspoon of honey if you prefer a sweeter taste.
To achieve a thicker whipped cream, add the remaining ½ cup walnuts and purée until light and fluffy.
Store tightly covered in the refrigerator until ready to use. May be prepared in advance.