5-Minute Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
This 5-Minute Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting is a light and nutritious alternative to traditional frosting, combining creamy cream cheese, tangy yogurt, and natural honey for sweetness. Perfect for quick desserts, it offers a fluffy texture and a balanced flavor without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Enough frosting for 8 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Frosting Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt (preferably Greek yogurt), at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Ensure the cream cheese and yogurt are at room temperature to achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Mix Frosting: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, plain yogurt, and honey. Using a hand mixer or whisk, mix the ingredients until the frosting is smooth, light, and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Use or Store: Use the frosting immediately on your favorite cakes, cupcakes, or desserts, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before use if refrigerated.
Notes
- For a thicker frosting, use Greek yogurt instead of regular yogurt.
- Adjust the amount of honey to suit your preferred level of sweetness.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps.
- This frosting is best used fresh but can be refrigerated for short-term storage.
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