If you have a box of cream chargers sitting in your kitchen, you’re probably wondering what to do with them besides whip cream. Fortunately, there are countless cream charger recipes that are not only easy to make, but also incredibly delicious. From sweet treats to savory dishes, here are the top 10 irresistible cream charger recipes for 2023.
Introduction
Cream chargers are small canisters that are filled with nitrous oxide gas. When the gas is released, it creates a whipped cream-like texture that is perfect for adding to desserts, drinks, and even savory dishes. While whipped cream is the most common use for cream chargers, there are countless other ways to use them in the kitchen.
1. Whipped Cream
Of course, we have to start with the classic – whipped cream. It’s easy to make with a cream charger and adds a delicious finishing touch to desserts like cakes, pies, and hot chocolate.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- One tablespoon powdered sugar
- One cream charger
Directions
- Combine heavy cream and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Whisk until soft peaks form.
- Load the mixture into a cream charger and screw on the charger cap.
- Shake the charger a few times to distribute the gas.
- Squeeze the trigger to dispense the whipped cream.
2. Nitro Cold Brew Coffee
Nitro cold brew coffee is a refreshing and smooth beverage perfect for hot summer days. Adding nitrous oxide to cold brew coffee creates a rich and creamy texture similar to a stout beer.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold brew coffee
- 1 cream charger
Directions
- Pour cold brew coffee into a cream dispenser.
- Screw on a cream charger and shake to distribute the gas.
- Serve the nitro cold brew coffee in a glass and enjoy.
3. Chocolate Mousse
Chocolate mousse is a decadent dessert that is easy to make with a cream charger. The nitrous oxide helps create a light and airy texture that is perfect for a dessert like mousse.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cream charger
Directions
- Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering.
- Remove from heat and add semisweet chocolate chips.
- Stir until chocolate is completely melted.
- Pour mixture into a cream dispenser.
- Screw on a cream charger and shake to distribute the gas.
- Serve the chocolate mousse in dessert dishes and enjoy.
4. Lemon Whipped Cream
Lemon whipped cream is a light and refreshing topping that is perfect for summer desserts. It’s easy to make with a cream charger and adds a burst of citrus flavor to any dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1 cream charger
Directions
- Combine heavy cream, lemon zest, and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl.
- Whisk until soft peaks form.
- Load the mixture into a cream charger and screw on the charger cap.
- Shake the charger a few times to distribute the gas.
- Squeeze the trigger to dispense the lemon whipped cream.
5. Foamed Milk
Foamed milk is a common addition to lattes and cappuccinos, but it can be difficult to achieve the perfect texture. Using a cream charger makes it easy to create perfectly foamed milk that is creamy and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cream charger
Directions
- Heat milk in a saucepan until it begins to steam.
- Pour milk into a cream dispenser.
- Screw on a cream charger and shake to distribute the gas.
- Dispense the foamed milk into a cup and use as desired.
6. Nitro Ice Cream
Nitro ice cream is a unique and delicious treat that is made using liquid nitrogen. By adding a cream charger to the mix, you can create a similar texture without the need for liquid nitrogen.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cream charger
Directions
- Combine heavy cream, whole milk, and sugar in a saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
- Pour mixture into a cream dispenser.
- Screw on a cream charger and shake to distribute the gas.
- Dispense the nitro ice cream into bowls and enjoy.
7. Whipped Butter
Whipped butter is a great addition to toast, pancakes, and other breakfast foods. Using a cream charger makes it easy to create perfectly whipped butter that is fluffy and light.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cream charger
Directions
- Let the butter come to room temperature.
- Place the butter in a mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Load the butter into a cream charger and screw on the charger cap.
- Shake the charger a few times to distribute the gas.
- Squeeze the trigger to dispense the whipped butter.
8. Nitro Beer
Nitro beer is a popular beer style that uses nitrogen gas to create a smooth and creamy texture. Using a cream charger, you can create a similar texture without the need for a special tap system.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle of beer
- 1 cream charger
Directions
- Open the bottle of beer and pour it into a mixing bowl.
- Pour the beer into a cream dispenser.
- Screw on a cream charger and shake to distribute the gas.
- Pour the nitro beer into a glass and enjoy.
9. Coconut Whipped Cream
Coconut whipped cream is a dairy-free alternative to traditional whipped cream that is perfect for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan. Using a cream charger makes it easy to create perfectly whipped coconut cream that is light and fluffy.
Ingredients
- One can of coconut cream
- One tablespoon powdered sugar
- One cream charger
Directions
- Chill the can of coconut cream in the refrigerator overnight.
- Scoop out the solid coconut cream from the can and place it in a mixing bowl.
- Add powdered sugar to the coconut cream and whisk until soft peaks form.
- Load the mixture into a cream charger and screw on the charger cap.
- Shake the charger a few times to distribute the gas.
- Squeeze the trigger to dispense the coconut whipped cream.
10. Foamed Hot Chocolate
Foamed hot chocolate is a delicious twist on the classic hot cocoa. Using a cream charger makes creating a perfectly frothy and creamy texture easy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- One cream charger
Directions
- Heat milk in a saucepan until it begins to steam.
- Add semisweet chocolate chips to the milk and stir until completely melted