Description
This Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting is a luscious, fruity twist on classic cream cheese frosting. Made with fresh strawberry puree and softened cream cheese and butter, it offers a creamy, slightly tangy flavor with a natural berry sweetness. Perfect for frosting cupcakes, cakes, or as a filling, this no-cook frosting is easy to whip up and adds a delightful pop of color and taste to your baked goods.
Ingredients
Scale
Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup strawberry puree (made from fresh or thawed frozen strawberries)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 4–5 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese and butter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add strawberry puree and flavorings: Mix in the strawberry puree, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined, creating a vibrant pink mixture.
- Incorporate powdered sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition until the frosting is fluffy and reaches your desired consistency.
- Chill if needed: If the frosting feels too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before spreading or piping onto your baked goods.
Notes
- To make strawberry puree, blend about 1/2 cup fresh or thawed strawberries until smooth.
- For thicker frosting, simmer the strawberry puree gently to reduce moisture before cooling completely.
- Store leftover frosting in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
