• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 TBSP sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. In a chilled medium bowl, using a hand-held electric mixer on medium speed or a whisk, beat the cream, sugar, and vanilla just until stiff peaks begin to form.
2. Cover and refrigerate.

The whipped cream can be prepared ahead, covered, and refrigerated for up to 1 day.