Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting, a luscious topping that brings together the vibrant flavors of fresh strawberries and the creamy richness of cream cheese. This frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and pastries, making every dessert a standout at any celebration. Its beautiful color and authentic flavor are sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make with just a few simple steps! Whether you’re layering it between cake tiers or using it as a dip for fruits, this creamy frosting will elevate your dessert game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine chopped strawberries and granulated sugar with a splash of water. Stir occasionally until the mixture reduces to about 1/4 cup (20-30 minutes). Allow it to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until creamy.
- Add the cooled strawberry mixture and vanilla extract to the butter-cream cheese blend, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing until smooth and creamy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg