The best cream cheese frosting ever, this Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting adds a lightness to your typical cream cheese frosting. This cupcake frosting is luxurious and smooth and completely irresistible!
It’s crazy to think that I’ve been a blogger longer than I’ve been a mom. Seriously – by blogging standards, I’m practically a grandma. But there are definitely some positives about having been around for so long. Like my archive of recipes.
Thie Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting actually appeared on the very first post I ever posted here on Taste and Tell. It was the frosting for a layer cake. I remember being so proud of that cake, but more than that, I remember falling in love with this frosting recipe when I made that cake. I’ve always been a cream cheese frosting fan, but this frosting is so light and smooth. And it’s super easy to make, as well. Regular cream cheese frosting just isn’t the same – this Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting is where it’s at!
I originally wrote this post for my 3rd blogging birthday. But I’ve decided that you really don’t need to wait for a birthday or for a reason to celebrate to make this frosting. This frosting is so good you’ll want it on the regular rotation!
Tips for Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting
- You’ll want to start with room temperature cream cheese. In order for the frosting to be smooth, you’ll want the cream cheese softened.
- When whipping your cream, make sure you have a clean bowl and clean beaters to ensure you get the best volume from your cream.
- To fold the cream into the cream cheese, make sure you start by stirring in 1/4 of the cream to start with. This will lighten up the batter, making it easier to fold the rest of the cream in.
Can Cream Cheese Frosting Sit Out?
When it comes to cream cheese, I like to play it safe. Some will say that cream cheese can stay out all day as long as your house doesn’t get too hot. But I like to err on the side of caution and I always refrigerate my cream cheese frosting. Just make sure you take it out of the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes before serving to bring it to room temperature.
More Cupcake Frosting Recipes:
Funfetti Frosting
Mint Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip
Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream
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Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Description
The best cream cheese frosting ever, this Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting adds a lightness to your typical cream cheese frosting. This cupcake frosting is luxurious and smooth and completely irresistible!
Ingredients
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- chocolate, for grating
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the brown sugar and the vanilla and beat until completely smooth.
- In another bowl, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. Take about 1/4 of the cream and stir it into the cream cheese mixture to lighten it up. Add the remaining cream and fold in until completely combined.
- For cupcakes, transfer the frosting to a piping bag and pipe the frosting on the cupcakes as desired. Grate chocolate over the top, if desired.
Recipe Notes:
This recipe makes enough to frost 24 cupcakes.
adapted from allrecipes.com
Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should only be used as a general guideline.
Nutrition
- Calories: 91
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 41 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 24 mg
This recipe was originally posted on March 31, 2010. The photos and post have been updated in 2018.
Katie H says
Could you add some cocoa powder to this and make chocolate whipped cream cheese frosting. Would that taste good with the brown sugar?
MARI says
Will the frosting always be brownish due to the brown sugar or can we add food coloring to change its color?
Deborah says
It does have a bit of a brown tint to it. I haven’t tried coloring it, so I’m not sure how the coloring would take.
eatme_delicious says
Yaey congrats on 3 years of blogging!! =) These cupcakes look delicious. I love cream cheese frosting!
Ingrid says
That's So exciting to hear. You do have a terrific blog. I've made several of your recipes and not one has disappointed. 🙂
Happy blogiversary!
~Ingrid
Veeda says
Happy blog birthday!
~~louise~~ says
Happy belated Birthday, Debbie. I look forward to many, many more celebrations here!!!
Your cupcakes are just perfect.
Thank you so much for sharing, wishing you tons more celebrations!!!
* Nancy * says
Oh yum! Thanks for sharing your talent with us. 🙂
Memória says
Happy blogiversary!! I just had my first one a few days ago. I can only hope to last as long as you have. 🙂
Tia says
wow – congrats on 3 years! these cupcakes look wonderful.
Kelly says
Happy blogoversary! And thanks for this delicious recipe – I'm making cupcakes for Easter this year and hadn't decided what sort of icing to make. This looks great!
The Double Dipped Life says
Happy Blog Birthday!! You do an amazing job!
kat says
Happy Blogiversary
Pam Ponder says
Happy Blog Birthday !!! those cupcakes are making me hungry 🙂
grace says
no doubt about it, deborah, your blog is stellar. three years is an awesome accomplishment, and you deserve many more compliments akin to the one given by your sister's friend. these cupcakes are just one more reason i have to love my visits to your site!
Sook says
Ooh these cupcakes look so delicious!
Joanne says
Happy blog birthday! That is such an accomplishment. I have to tell you I love just about all of your food. I sit here salivating. Daily.
These cupcakes are no exception. I like the idea of that whipped frosting…definitely have to try it!
Bethany Park says
Happy blog birthday! The cupcakes look adorable, and you DO provide great, accessible recipes! Mission accomplished 🙂
Maria says
Happy 3 years! Keep the fabulous posts and recipes coming!
Pam says
Congratulations and Happy Blog Birthday! I love your blog and those cupcakes look pretty delicious also!
Abby says
Happy Blogiversary! Someday I hope we can actually meet beyond our 'Net friendship! It's been great watching the blogs – and our babies – grow together. Congrats!
Holly says
Happy Blog B-day!!! The cupcakes look divine!!
cindy says
Happy 3 years! That frosting tooks delish, I will make some soon! TFS
Janell says
Mmmm, those look yummy! Great way to celebrate! Happy Blog Birthday 🙂
aforaubergine says
Happy blog birthday! I just started my blog at the beginning of February. Looking forward to making 3-years some day!
Congrats!
Brenda says
Congratulations! Your blog is one of my absolute favourites. I look forward to seeing what's in store for the next 3 years! :o)
Sophie says
I like the back-in-time post featuring cupcakes! Happy Blog Birthday :). I have to agree with your sister's friend, which is why I'm always over here :D.
Miss Meat and Potatoes says
Congratulations! And what utterly delectable cupcakes to celebrate with:)
Bumpkin on a Swing says
I've been reading for a almost two years now. I am now starting on my 2nd binder of Taste and Tell recipes, so you can compare, The Pioneer Woman has only 1/2 of one binder. When people look at your recipes they ask to copy them so often, that I started printing twice. Bring on The Recipes my friend, cheers to your blog day
Janetha says
happy blog birthday! i love your blog!
Rebecca says
Happy Blog Bday! Cheers to 3 more years! Keep the fast & fun recipes coming! You are GREAT at it!
Rosa's Yummy Yums says
Congrats and Happy Blog Birthday!
Those cupcakes are mouthwatering and ever so pretty!
Cheers,
Rosa