2025 / 08 / 15
How To Use 8g Cream Charger With Nitrous Oxide?
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In baking, coffee or cocktail making, 8g of Nitrous Oxide can instantly make cream fluffy and smooth. However, many people encounter problems such as the cream not rising, gas leakage or poor taste when they try it for the first time. These are not caused by poor equipment quality, but often by improper operation procedures and preparatory work. Mastering the correct method can ensure that each whipping is successful and safe.

What Are 8g Cream Charger And Nitrous Oxide?
The 8g milk gas bomb is generally encapsulated in a steel shell and filled with food-grade nitrous oxide inside. This gas is colorless and slightly sweet. It can dissolve quickly in fat and water. When the pressure is released, it forms a large number of bubbles, making the liquid fluffy.
It must be used in conjunction with a cream dispenser that matches the specification to evenly inject gas into cream or other liquids in a closed environment.
1. Why choose the 8g specification?
8g is a common specification for household and small commercial cream dispensers, which not only meets the needs of one-time whipping but is also convenient for replacement and storage. Compared with larger-sized gas cylinders, the 8g gas bomb is safer and more portable, making it suitable for daily use by baking enthusiasts.
2. Applicable scenarios
- Home baking: Cake filling, surface decoration
- Coffee beverages: Cappuccino, mocha top cream
- Dessert making: mousse, cream puff filling
In above scenarios, the role of the air bounce is not only to successfully whip the cream but also to enhance the appearance and taste of the finished product.

Preparations Before Use
The reason why many people fail is actually that hidden dangers have already been sown before the operation.
Required tools
- Cream dispenser (confirmed to be compatible with 8g gas bomb)
- 8g cream charger (Use one at a time)
- Fresh cream (animal cream with a fat content of about 35% is recommended)
- Nozzle (Different styles can be selected according to the design requirements)

Key points for checking
- Check if the sealing ring of the cream dispenser is intact
- Check if there is any deformation, rust or cracks on the surface of the air bomb
- Should the cream be refrigerated in advance (around 4℃ is the ideal temperature)?
Tips
If the temperature of the cream is too high, the whipping effect will significantly decline. At the same time, the aging of the sealing ring can lead to air leakage. Even if you operate it completely correctly, you may still fail.

Five Steps Of Using 8g Cream Charger With Nitrous Oxide
Step 1 Pour in the cream
Open the top of the cream dispenser and pour in the chilled cream. Be careful not to exceed two-thirds of the container’s capacity to leave room for gas expansion.
Step 2 Install the nozzle
Select the nozzle according to the required shape and install it. This step can be completed in advance to avoid the inconvenience caused by last-minute replacement later.
Step 3 Load the air bomb
Place the air bomb into the air bomb holder and tighten it clockwise until you hear a sizzle sound, which indicates that the nitrous oxide has been released into the cream dispenser. Do not turn it repeatedly at this time to avoid gas leakage.
Step 4 Shake and blend
Hold the cream dispenser with both hands and gently shake it horizontally for 5 to 10 seconds to fully blend the nitrous oxide with the cream. Don’t apply too much force to avoid damaging the bubble structure.
Step 5 Add cream
Turn the nozzle down and gently press the trigger to let the cream flow out smoothly. For a more refined design, you can press while slowly moving the nozzle
Techniques in the whipping process
- Grip: Keep the cream dispenser vertical or slightly tilted to facilitate the smooth flow of air through the cream.
- Press in batches: Don’t use up all the pressure at once. Releasing it in batches will make the cream smoother.
- Low-temperature environment: Refrigerating the cream and cream dispenser in advance can significantly increase the success rate of whipping.
These little tips are often the key to the gap in performance between novice and experienced users.
Common Problem Resolution: Dealing With Minor Accidents During Use
1. The cream charger is leaking
- Check whether the air bomb has been used or punctured
- Confirm whether the sealing ring is in good condition
- Check whether the air bomb is correctly installed and tightened
2. The cream whipping failed
- The cream is too hot → Refrigerate it again and try
- Too low fat content → Switch to animal cream
- Insufficient gas → Confirm the specifications and quantity of the gas bomb
3. Safety Precautions
- Avoid storing gas bombs in high-temperature environments (especially in the car during summer)
- Do not inflate multiple times in a row to prevent excessive pressure
- Laughing gas can only be used for whipping food. Inhalation or use for other purposes is strictly prohibited

Final Thoughts
The correct use of 8g cream charger not only elevates the taste of desserts and beverages to a higher level, but also extends the lifespan of the equipment and reduces waste. Choose high-quality gas bombs and combine them with appropriate techniques to achieve stable and fine results with each whipping.
Now, get the materials ready and start your first attempt!