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by Michele Olivier on February 28, 2023
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4.85 stars (19 ratings)Light, creamy, and low in sugar – you’d never guess we’re talking about healthy cream cheese frosting! With the perfect amount of sweetness and tangy, you’ll want to use this cream cheese frosting for cupcakes, cakes, tarts, fruit dips, and more.
Cream Cheese Frosting
Love cream cheese frosting, but are not crazy about the amount of sugar that’s found in most recipes? Then you’ll definitely want to save this recipe for future reference.
This healthy cream cheese frosting is naturally sweetened (no butter or powdered sugar necessary!). Plus, it takes just 4 simple ingredients and whips right up in 5 minutes!
Reasons to Love this Cream Cheese Icing
- Smooth, creamy, and satisfying
- Easy to make – comes together in 5 minutes
- Naturally sweetened
- 4 simple ingredients
- Great for kids’ treats
- Freezes well
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese: you will need a block of plain cream cheese for this recipe. I do not recommend using light, fat-free, or whipped cream cheese as the results will vary.
- Greek Yogurt: plain whole milk Greek or regular-style yogurt is the key to making this frosting nice and soft.
- Sweetener: you can use maple syrup, honey (for kids over 1 year of age), or agave nectar in this recipe.
- Vanilla Extract: brings all the flavors together in this frosting
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, place all of the ingredients.
- Starting on low and working your way to medium-high, beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer for 2-3 minutes or until smooth and creamy. Scrape down sides as needed.
- Frost as needed.
How to Use Cream Cheese Frosting
The best part about this healthy cream cheese frosting is that it’s incredibly versatile. Beyond its typical use on top of baked goods, here are several other ways to use this cream cheese frosting.
- Cupcakes
- Cakes
- Muffins
- Fruit dip
- Donuts
- Cookies
- Fruit tarts
- Cinnamon rolls
- Fruit pizza
- Stirred into oatmeal
- Dolloped on top of pancakes for a special treat
Storage
Store cream cheese frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Bring it to room temperature and give it a little re-whip before using. This cream cheese frosting can also be frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container. When you’re ready to use, place it in the fridge to thaw overnight.
How to Soften Cream Cheese
Make sure to soften your cream cheese to room temperature before you start making the frosting. You can leave the cream cheese on your kitchen counter for about an hour. Or you can soften the cream cheese, unwrapped, on a microwave-safe plate for about 15-30 seconds.
Get the recipe:Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting (5 minutes)
4.9 stars (19 ratings)
Light, creamy, and low in sugar – you'd never guess we're talking about healthy cream cheese frosting! With the perfect amount of sweetness and tangy, you'll want to use this easy 5 minute 4-ingredient cream cheese frosting for cupcakes, cakes, tarts, fruit dips, and more.
Yield: 2 cups
Prep: 5 minutes minutes
Total: 5 minutes minutes
Author: Michele Olivier
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
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Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, soften at room temperature
- 1/4 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup maple syrup, honey or agave nectar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, place all of the ingredients.
Starting on low and working your way to medium-high, beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer for 2-3 mintues or until smooth and creamy. Scrap down sides as needed.
Use frosting as needed
Notes
Age: 9+ months
Yield: roughly 2 cups
Storage: Store cream cheese frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Bring it to room temperature and give it a little re-whip before using. This cream cheese frosting can also be frozen for up to 3 months in an airtight container. When you’re ready to use, place it in the fridge to thaw overnight.
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Jacqueline —Reply
This had a strong sour flavor that my normally not picky 4 yo soundly rejected and spit out. I thought it was edible, but not good. We used maple syrup, maybe another sweetener would have worked better.
Michele Olivier —Reply
Hi Jaqueline! I make this almost weekly and have never had a sour frosting result. Try using a bit more maple syrup until you achieve your desired sweetness. The store-bought frostings are so overly sweet. I hope this helps and you enjoy this lighter frosting option!
Lynda Kellogg —Reply
This frosting was so good I was eating it with a spoon! Not that sickening sweet like most.
Michele Olivier —Reply
That’s why we love it too! Thanks for sharing, Lynda! xo, Michele
Deb —Reply
Could I add banana or raisins for sweet instead of maple syrup? Would that still keep a good consistency?
Michele Olivier —Reply
Hi Deb! I wouldn’t recommend using raisins. You can try banana but it will not be as sweet as maple syrup. You can substitute with agave or honey, too! xo, Michele
Deb —Reply
I decided to go with maple syrup. Did half of what the recipe asks for, and my baby loved it! I really enjoyed it too. I’ll definitely use this recipe again for her smash cake.
Jordan —Reply
Easy, yummy frosting! Perfect for a first birthday cake.
Mandi —Reply
I used this frosting for my son’s 1st birthday and it turned out great, and he LOVED it! I highly recommend!!
Michele Olivier —Reply
Hi Mandy! Thanks for sharing your results. Hope your son had an awesome birthday! 🎉 xo, Michele
