Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting is a luscious, fluffy, and creamy frosting made with softened cream cheese, salted butter, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and vibrant freeze-dried strawberry powder. Perfect for piping onto cakes, cupcakes, and other baked treats, this frosting offers a beautiful pink hue and a fresh strawberry flavor that balances sweetness with a tangy creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Enough to frost 24 cupcakes or one 9-inch layer cake
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Frosting Ingredients
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, about 450 grams, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup salted butter, about 227 grams, softened to room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 cups confectioner’s powdered sugar, about 720 grams
- 2½ cups freeze-dried strawberries, about 250 grams, ground into powder
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and ensure that the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature. This preparation is crucial for smooth and easy mixing, resulting in a fluffy frosting texture.
- Mixing Cream Cheese and Butter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat them together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 4 minutes.
- Incorporate Vanilla and Sugar: Add the vanilla extract to the fluffy cream cheese and butter mixture. Beat on medium speed for about one minute until well combined. Gradually add the powdered sugar while mixing to prevent a mess and achieve a perfectly sweetened frosting.
- Add the Strawberry Powder: Gradually fold in the freeze-dried strawberry powder using a spatula or mix on low speed until the frosting turns a beautiful pink color and the strawberry flavor is evenly distributed.
- Chill Before Piping: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the frosting for about 30 minutes. Chilling firms up the frosting making it easier to pipe and hold its shape.
- Piping and Decorating: After chilling, transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with your desired tip and decorate your cakes, cupcakes, or other baked goods with beautiful swirls and designs.
Notes
- Ensure both cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Gradually add powdered sugar to avoid mess and control sweetness.
- Use freeze-dried strawberries ground into a fine powder to prevent moisture and achieve intense strawberry flavor.
- Refrigerate the frosting if not using immediately to maintain consistency.
- Let the frosted baked goods come to room temperature before serving if refrigerated.
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