Whipped cream is widely used as a creamy and silky topping for a variety of desserts. It’s needless to say that people add whipped cream by hand or with spoons but using a whipped cream dispenser will be a more convenient and easy-to-control option. However, there are various issues associated with the whipped cream dispensers, and we are sharing them all along with the solutions.
How To Fix Whipped Cream Dispenser?
The whipped cream dispensers are designed with steel cartridges that help achieve a foamy texture while dispensing the whipped cream. However, in the section below, we are outlining the common issues and how you can fix them!
1. Metallic Flavor In Whipped Cream
If you used a whipped cream dispenser for dispensing the whipped cream and you are using the metallic flavor, there are high chances that you are using an incorrect gas. These units are designed with a steel container that has gas in it. When the whipped cream is mixed with the gas, it leads to the bubbly texture that whipped cream is famous for.
N20 is the most important gas, but some people end up using CO2, which results in the development of soda water. It will result in a thick and bubbly consistency, but it will have a metallic flavor that damages the dessert’s flavor. Having said that, you should check the gas and make sure N20 is used. Last but not least, you must ensure that you change the N20 regularly because old gas fails to perform well.
2. Stuck Whipped Cream
There are various factors that can result in stuck whipped cream. To begin with, there could be some whipped cream left in the cream dispenser, and the second reason is over-shaking (over-shaking results in the hardening of the whipped cream). In addition, a clogged canister nozzle can also result in stuck whipped cream. You must opt for a high-quality cream dispenser as it helps check the cream level in the unit.
On the other hand, if the cream is hardened up, you need to increase the quantity of N20 in the charger to make sure the hardness is reduced. Last but not least, you should shake the dispenser’s canister gently to relieve the clogging or just dip it in the warm water for ten minutes.
3. Watery Or Runny Whipped Cream
When it comes down to watery or runny whipped cream, it is usually caused by inconsistent and inadequate shaking before the whipped cream is released. Keep in mind that if you shake the canister too much, it will thicken up the cream. Having said that, you should always shake the canister gently and always check the thickness of the whipped cream before you apply it to the dessert.
The second reason could be a leak in the dispenser. The solution is as simple as closing the dispenser and making sure it is not leaked. Last but not least, you should always charge the dispenser fully to ensure the whipped cream has a thick texture.
4. Locked Whipped Cream Dispenser
In the majority of cases, the whipped cream dispenser gets locked when the top thread is over-charged or twisted. The only solution is to run the top side of the canister under warm water to make sure the thread loosens up. In addition to this, you can use the hand towel to have a better grip on the whipped cream dispenser to open it.
5. Gas Leak
If the N20 has started to escape from the dispenser’s nozzle, you need to get your hands on the new head valve. You must not tamper with the dispenser’s head valve unless you are cleaning it. To fix the gas leak, you need to check the gasket that’s installed between the canister and head and make sure it’s properly placed. For those who don’t know, the gasket is defined as a round and transparent rubber. So, if this gasket appears damaged, change it to fix the leak.
6. Overcharged Dispenser
When the whipped cream dispenser is overcharged, it tends to lock up and won’t operate. In that case, you need to let the dispenser be and try to put the head part in the warm water to make sure there it properly loosens up. Keep in mind that you shouldn’t use force to unlock the components of your dispenser as it can result in breakage.