Chill bowl and beaters of an electric mixer in the freezer for at least 10 minutes. Beat heavy cream on high until it starts to take shape. Add sugar and vanilla and beat until stiff peaks form.

Boozy variations: Add 1 Tbs. of any liquor such as dark rum, bourbon, brandy or Cointreau along with the heavy cream.

Almond, orange and lemon Variations: Use 1/2 tsp. of almond extract, orange extract or lemon extract in place of the vanilla.