Cream Cheese Glaze Recipe

This easy cream cheese glaze is the perfect finishing touch for your coffee cakes, bundt cakes, and more! Developed after extensive recipe testing, this simple glaze is not your typical frosting – it's light, luscious, and incredibly flavorful. Get ready to elevate your baking game with this irresistible recipe!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 2 mins
Calories 42.8 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Cream Cheese Glaze

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How to Make Cream Cheese Glaze

  1. In a mixing bowl, cream together 4 ounces (113g) of softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons (28g) of softened butter using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add 2 cups (240g) of powdered sugar, beating on low speed until combined.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons (30ml) of milk until the glaze reaches your desired consistency.
  4. Beat in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Taste and adjust sweetness or milk as needed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

9g

Carbs

0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cream Cheese Glaze?

Cream Cheese Glaze takes about 7 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 2 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cream Cheese Glaze?

Cream Cheese Glaze has approximately 42.8 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cream Cheese Glaze?

The key ingredients for Cream Cheese Glaze are Cream Cheese, Butter, Milk, Powdered Sugar, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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