Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Indulge in this dreamy Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting – it tastes just like melted strawberry ice cream! Perfectly soft for cupcake dipping, yet firm enough for spreading or piping after a short chill. The vibrant pink color comes from added food coloring (for a truly stunning look!), and a touch of Himalayan pink salt enhances the sweet strawberry flavor. Get ready for a frosting sensation!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 1151.4 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

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How to Make Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

  1. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 8 ounces cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  2. Add 1 cup strawberry preserves, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract, 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt, and 2-4 drops red food coloring (adjust to desired intensity). Beat until thoroughly combined.
  3. Gradually add 4 cups powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, beating continuously. Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream while mixing.
  4. Once all ingredients are incorporated, increase mixer speed to high and beat for 5-7 minutes, or until frosting is light, fluffy, and incredibly smooth.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

583g

Fat

181g

Carbs

50g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting?

Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting?

Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting has approximately 1151.4 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 50 g carbohydrates and 92 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting?

The key ingredients for Whipped Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting are Butter, Cream Cheese, Strawberry Preserves, Salt, Vanilla, Lemon Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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