Is There Gas in Whipped Cream? The Science Behind Your Dessert Topping
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4 min read
Food-grade nitrous oxide (N₂O) is a colorless, non-flammable gas commonly used in aerosol cans of whipped cream as a propellant. This gas is a key ingredient that allows for the creation of light, fluffy whipped cream with ease, which has revolutionized dessert toppings for over half a century.
