A Cool Topping: If you use vanilla beans, scrape and use the precious vanilla seeds for custard or ice cream. Take the leftover vanilla pod and flatten it on a baking sheet. Place it on a tray covered with parchment in a 180 degree F oven until dried and brittle feeling, 90 minutes to 2 hours. Remove and let it dry out for 30 minutes. Blend to a powder in the blender. Sprinkle the powder on top of the whipped cream here and on any fun drinks or desserts.