X'inhu Whipped Cream Dispenser?

A whipped cream dispenser is an aluminum or stainless steel device that uses 8-gram gas cartridges to pressurize the canister, instantly dissolving gas into liquids. When the lever is pressed to open the valve, liquid is forced through the nozzle under high pressure. The rapid expansion of bubbles transforms the liquid into whipped cream, mousse, or foam.

How Does a Whipped Cream Dispenser Make Whipped Cream?

To make whipped cream, you must use thickening (whipping) cream with an optimal fat content of 27-36%. When an N₂O cream charger is loaded into the canister, the nitrous oxide dissolves into the cream’s fat molecules. Pressing the lever releases pressure, causing the N₂O to expand within the fat and dispense whipped cream.

This process creates 4x the volume compared to manual whisking (which relies on air incorporation and yields half the quantity).

Can All Liquids Be Used This Way?

No. Not all liquids alone can form whipped textures, mousses, or foams. However, any liquid can be infused with gas for creative applications.

Can Any Gas Be Used?

No. Only 8-gram nitrous oxide (N₂O) cream chargers are recommended, with rare exceptions for CO₂ bulbs in specific recipes. N₂O is preferred because it:

• Dissolves easily into liquids without oxidizing.

• Inhibits bacterial growth.

• Is odorless and tasteless.

How to Use a Whipped Cream Dispenser

1. Prepare Ingredients: Place the dispenser on a flat surface and follow your recipe.

2. Disassemble: Unscrew the dispenser head from the canister.

3. Add Contents: Pour in liquids, syrups, sugars, or extracts.

4. Reassemble: Tighten the dispenser head securely.

5. Insert Charger: Load one N₂O cream charger into the charger holder.

6. Charge Gas: Screw the holder onto the dispenser’s piercing pin until gas hisses (minor gas escape is normal).

7. Mix: Shake the dispenser vigorously to blend gas and contents.

8. Dispense: Point the nozzle downward and press the lever to release.

How to Clean a Whipped Cream Dispenser

Never put the dispenser head in the dishwasher—hand wash only.

1. Disassemble: Remove the nozzle and charger holder.

2. Disassemble Head: Flip the head, remove the rubber/silicone gasket, and gently pull out the valve (some valves are non-removable—test carefully).

3. Clean Parts: Wash each component with dish soap and water.

4. Clean Head: Scrub the empty head thoroughly.

5. Dry: Air-dry all parts completely.

6. Reassemble: Reattach components in their original order.

Note: Most dispenser canisters are dishwasher-safe, but hand wash if uncertain.