Instructions

1. In a very small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over water and let stand for about 5 minutes to soften. 2.Heat gelatin mixture over low heat until gelatin is dissolved, then remove from heat. Let it cool. 3. Beat cream in a well-chilled bowl. 4.Slowly add the sugar and vanilla to the whipped cream and whip until slightly stiff. 5.Add melted and cooled gelatin to the whipping cream Continue whipping until cream holds its shape.