Heavy cream (aka heavy whipping cream) is ideal for desserts needing structure, like trifles or icebox cakes. Whipping cream (aka light whipping cream) works well for soft dollops on pies, puddings, ...

"Heavy cream is one of those things that is always in my fridge," writes cookbook author Stacey Ballis. "It’s the perfect way to smooth out a sauce, add a creamy texture to a dessert, and is essential ...

Heavy cream substitutes work the most effectively in savory dishes. It's easy to create a swap from other dairy such as milk, half and half, and cottage cheese. For whipping, the best alternative — ...

Read this before returning to the grocery store. In the U.S., the terms “heavy cream and “heavy whipping cream” are used interchangeably, so you can use either in recipes. They both must contain at ...

I need heavy cream, but the grocery store only has whipping cream. Is it okay to use it instead? Will it ruin my recipe? A food expert weighs in. Heavy cream (aka heavy whipping cream) is ideal for ...