Description

This 5-Minute Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting is a lightened-up version of traditional frosting, made with Greek yogurt, reduced-fat cream cheese, and a touch of natural sweetener for a creamy, tangy, and delicious topping that’s perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or fruit.

Ingredients

1/2 cup reduced-fat cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (to taste)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional)

Pinch of salt (optional)

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Instructions

Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature or microwave for 10–15 seconds.
In a bowl, combine cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
Whisk or mix with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Adjust sweetness and consistency with powdered sugar and more sweetener as needed.
Chill for 10–15 minutes before spreading for best results.
Use to top cupcakes, cakes, muffins, or as a fruit dip.

Notes

Add citrus zest for a bright flavor twist.

Add cocoa powder for a chocolate version.

Add cinnamon or nutmeg for warm spices.

Use vegan cream cheese and non-dairy yogurt for a vegan version.

Add peanut butter for a nutty version.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Frosting
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 45
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 6mg