Almond Cream Cheese Glaze Recipe

Elevate your cakes with this dreamy Almond Cream Cheese Glaze! Perfect for spice cake, carrot cake, banana cake, or even chocolate cake, this luscious glaze melts into warm cake for irresistible flavor. The delicate almond flavor complements any dessert beautifully. Double the recipe to generously frost a two-layer cake. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 164 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Almond Cream Cheese Glaze

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Almond Cream Cheese Glaze

  • Butter
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • Amaretto
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

How to Make Almond Cream Cheese Glaze

  1. In a food processor, combine 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/4 cup almond extract, and 2 tablespoons milk.
  2. Process until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Drizzle or spread generously over your favorite warm cake. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

47g

Carbs

2g