Cream cheese frosting
Delight your taste buds with this easy-to-make Cream Cheese Frosting, featuring a perfect blend of tangy lemon zest and velvety cream cheese. With just three simple ingredients—cream cheese, lemon zest, and powdered sugar—this frosting adds a fresh, sweet finish to cakes, cupcakes, and more. Ready in minutes, it's the ultimate topping to elevate your desserts!
- 18 Mar 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 2 Servings
- 3 Ingredients
Cream cheese frosting is a versatile and delicious topping that adds a creamy and tangy flavor to a variety of baked goods, from classic carrot cake to rich red velvet cupcakes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this delightful frosting in no time.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to facilitate easy mixing.
- Measure out the lemon zest and powdered sugar.
- In a medium bowl, add the softened cream cheese.
- Using an electric mixer on medium speed or a sturdy whisk, beat the cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the 2 tablespoons of lemon zest to the bowl.
- Mix until the zest is evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, about 1/4 cup at a time.
- Beat well after each addition until fully incorporated and the frosting is smooth. This prevents lumps from forming and ensures a consistent texture.
- Continue adding and beating until all the powdered sugar has been incorporated.
- If the frosting is too thick, you can add a teaspoon of milk or cream to reach your desired consistency.
- If it's too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar, a tablespoon at a time, until it thickens to your preference.
- Give the frosting a final beat to ensure it's completely smooth.
- Use the frosting immediately to spread or pipe on your favorite cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.
- If you're not using it right away, store the frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Allow it to come to room temperature before using, and give it a quick stir to restore its creamy texture.
Tips:
- Start with softened cream cheese to ensure a smooth and creamy frosting.
- Sift the powdered sugar to avoid lumps in your frosting.
- Use freshly grated lemon zest for the best flavor.
- For a thicker frosting, you can add more powdered sugar; for a thinner consistency, add a splash of milk or cream.
By following these simple steps and tips, you can create a delicious cream cheese frosting that will elevate any dessert. Its creamy texture and zesty flavor make it a perfect complement to a range of cakes and pastries. Enjoy your homemade frosting!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 150 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 430kcal | 21% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 4.51g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 88g | 24% |
| Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
| Sugar 80g | 82% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 9g | 10% |
| Saturated 5g | 17% |
| Cholesterol 30mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 90ug | 10% |
| Choline 7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.02mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 0.12mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B9 11ug | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 0.53ug | 22% |
| Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 0.16mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K 0.63ug | 1% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 90mg | 7% |
| Copper, Cu 0.02mg | 3% |
| Iron, Fe 0.15mg | 1% |
| Magnesium, Mg 4.60mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus, P 90mg | 7% |
| Potassium, K 140mg | 4% |
| Selenium, Se 2.78ug | 5% |
| Sodium, Na 210mg | 14% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.34mg | 3% |
| Water | |
| Water 40g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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