Description
A creamy, naturally sweet strawberry cream cheese frosting made with fresh strawberries and perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the finely chopped strawberries and vanilla extract, then mix until well combined.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low speed until desired sweetness and thickness are reached.
- Increase speed to medium-high and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes, or refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese and butter are fully softened for a smooth texture.
- If frosting becomes too thin, add more powdered sugar to thicken.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
- Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using for best consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
