Description

This easy, silky frosting recipe uses simple pantry staples to create a creamy, spreadable texture without powdered sugar, perfect for health-conscious bakers looking to cut down on refined sugar for everyday treats.

Ingredients

Scale

226 g (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
226 g (8 ounces) full-fat cream cheese, softened
60 mL (0.25 cup) natural liquid sweetener (pure maple syrup preferred)
5 mL (1 teaspoon) pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Soften Butter And Cream Cheese: Allow the butter and cream cheese to sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes until very soft; briefly microwave on low power if needed, but be careful not to melt them.
Beat The Butter: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until it looks light, fluffy, and its color has paled slightly.
Add Cream Cheese: Incorporate the softened cream cheese into the butter and beat for another 2-3 minutes until fully combined and smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
Mix Sweetener And Vanilla: Gradually add your chosen liquid sweetener and the vanilla extract, beating on low speed for about 30 seconds until just combined, then increase to medium-high for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is light and airy.

Notes

Ensure both butter and cream cheese are sufficiently soft for a truly smooth frosting; if it appears lumpy, they were likely too cold. If the frosting seems too thin, chill it for 15-30 minutes before re-whipping briefly. For a vegan option, substitute plant-based butter. For a low-carb version, use liquid stevia as the sweetener. Always use high-quality, fresh dairy for the best results.

Prep Time: 55 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert Topping
Method: Beating, Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 tablespoons (approx 45 g)
Calories: 220 calories
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 100 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 14 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 1 g
Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: easy frosting, no powdered sugar, cream cheese frosting, maple syrup, healthy topping, dessert, refined sugar free, smooth texture, quick recipe