Indulge in the luscious world of desserts as I whisk up a delightful treat that will elevate your baking game to new heights!
Today, I am sharing a recipe that’s sure to enchant your taste buds and add a burst of berry bliss to any confection: my irresistibly velvety Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting.
When it comes to delectable desserts, there is one thing that can instantly list the taste and appearance of a cake, cupcake, or any other dessert: its frosting.
While the classic chocolate and vanilla are always there to save your day, a certain freshness and elegance comes with the combination of strawberries and cream cheese.
Strawberry cream cheese frosting offers a delightful twist on traditional frostings combining the tanginess of cream cheese with the natural sweetness and color of strawberries.
It is silky, luscious, tangy, creamy frosting with the perfect strawberry burst. The bright red color of the strawberries adds a vibrant pop of color, making it visually appealing.
You can use this frosting for layering a cake, frosting a cake, or filling for cupcakes or any other desserts.
I am sure this frosting won’t disappoint you, and this cake is guaranteed to make a lasting impression in any gathering amongst your family, friends, and kids alike.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Irresistable Flavor: Strawberry cream cheese frosting brings the tanginess and creaminess of cream cheese with strawberries’ freshness and natural sweetness, making it a crowd-pleasing option for any dessert lovers. The refreshing flavor of strawberry perfectly complements the tangy and rich cream cheese creating delightful and well-balanced frosting.
- Velvety Texture: Cream cheese adds a luxurious and velvety texture to the frosting. It adds a smooth consistency that makes the frosting easily spreadable onto your desserts.
- It’s Versatile: This frosting is incredibly versatile and can be used in various desserts. Whether you are frosting a classic vanilla cake, chocolate cupcakes, or even sugar cookies, this frosting adds a burst of fresh flavor that complements a variety of desserts.
- Visually Appealing: The vibrant pink hue of the strawberry cream cheese frosting can add a visual appeal to any dessert. The natural color of strawberries gives the frosting a beautiful shade that will catch the eyes and make your desserts even more beautiful. Whether you serve your desserts at a birthday party, a bridal shower, or any other special occasion, this frosting will impress your guests.
Important Ingredients Used In The Recipe
- Strawberry puree: In this recipe, I have used strawberry puree to make the frosting; make sure you use good quality strawberry puree. You can also use fresh strawberry puree in this recipe.
- Cream cheese: Cream cheese provides a perfect balance of creaminess and tartness to the sweetness of the frosting. Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer taste.
- Icing or Powdered sugar: Icing sugar, or powdered or confectioners’ sugar, is used in the frosting to sweeten it and provide a smooth texture.
How To Make Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting?
Mise en place: Measure and collect all the ingredients needed to make the frosting.
Soften cream cheese: In a bowl, add cream cheese and soften it
Add icing sugar: Sift the icing sugar and add it in the same bowl and mix both the ingredients nicely.
Cream the butter: In a different bowl, beat unsalted butter until its light and fluffy texture.
Add cream cheese mixture: Add the cream cheese and icing sugar mixture and beat again until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Add strawberry puree: Gradually add strawberry puree to the fluffy buttercream and beat again until everything is properly incorporated.
Our Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting is now ready! Use it to frost your cakes, cupcakes, and favorite desserts!
Chefs Tip For The Recipe
Tip for Making Strawberry Puree.
Use sweet strawberries to make puree before adding them to make the frosting. Grind the fresh strawberries in a grinder until a fine and smooth texture is achieved.
Quick Tip for Reviving Curdled Frosting.
If you see the frosting grainy or curdled, revive it by microwaving a very small part of the frosting for a few seconds and adding it to the rest, then beat again with an electric hand beater.
Tip for a Smooth Frosting.
Use room-temperature ingredients to make the frosting. Using room-temperature ingredients will ensure easier mixing and create a smoother and creamier texture.
How to Store Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting?
Although it is recommended to make the frosting freshly when needed, you can make this ahead and keep it in the fridge after covering the bowl with cling wrap. It can stay in the fridge for about 15 days.
It can stay in the freezer for up to 1 month. Just make sure to thaw it and beat it again before using it.
More Easy Recipes
Try out our other frosting recipes that can elevate any of your desserts:
Lemon cream cheese frosting
Chocolate cream cheese frosting
Chocolate fudge frosting
