Stabilized whipped cream is simply heavy cream that has been whipped with gelatin in order to give it structure.  I am a huge fan because it allows you to prepare any dessert 100% ahead of time. It holds its shape long after the last bite is gone without weeping or melting.  Stabilized whipped cream is made by dissolving unflavored gelatin in water then whipping it into the heavy cream until stiff peaks form – that’s it!  It doesn’t alter the flavor one bit.  If you want to make traditional whipped cream, skip the gelatin and water.  You must wait until serving to add the whipped cream, otherwise, it can deflate and melt.