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CREAM CHEESE FROSTING RECIPE DAIRY-FREE Recipe

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING RECIPE DAIRY-FREE Recipe
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This dairy-free cream cheese frosting is a smooth, tangy, and sweet topping perfect for cakes and cupcakes. Made without any dairy ingredients, it combines cold dairy-free butter, dairy-free cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and fresh lemon juice to create a luscious and creamy frosting that’s suitable for those avoiding dairy.

Ingredients

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Frosting Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons of dairy-free butter stick, cold
  • 1/4 container of dairy-free cream cheese (2 ounces)
  • 1 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar (or more as needed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Cream the Butter and Cream Cheese: Using an electric mixer, beat the cold dairy-free butter and dairy-free cream cheese together until smooth and well combined.
  2. Add Flavorings: Mix in the vanilla extract and fresh lemon juice to the creamed mixture to enhance the flavor with sweetness and a slight tang.
  3. Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar to the mixture, scraping down the sides of the bowl regularly to ensure an even blend.
  4. Adjust Consistency: Continue mixing until the frosting is smooth. If you desire a thicker consistency, add additional powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time until you reach your preferred thickness.
  5. Frost the Baked Good: Apply the frosting to your cooled baked item such as a cake or cupcakes once they have completely cooled to prevent melting.
  6. Store Properly: Keep the frosting and any frosted baked goods refrigerated to maintain freshness and texture.

Notes

  • Make sure your baked goods are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
  • If the frosting becomes too thick, you can thin it with a small amount of non-dairy milk.
  • This frosting works well for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
  • Store leftover frosting covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
  • Bring frosting to room temperature and re-whip before using if refrigerated.
  • Adjust lemon juice quantity to taste; it adds a fresh brightness to the frosting.

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Keywords: dairy-free cream cheese frosting, vegan frosting, cream cheese icing, non-dairy frosting, lemon vanilla frosting

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