Cream cheese frosting

Cream cheese frosting

Dessert

Item Rating: 36/100

1 serving (50 grams) contains 175 calories, 1.5 grams of protein, 11.5 grams of fat, and 15.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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829.4
calories
7.1
protein
71.1
carbohydrates
54.5
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (237.0g)
Calories
829.4
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 54.5 g 69%
Saturated Fat 35.5 g 177%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 118.5 mg 39%
Sodium 473.9 mg 20%
Total Carbohydrates 71.1 g 25%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars 66.4 g
protein 7.1 g 14%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 118.5 mg 9%
Iron 0.2 mg 1%
Potassium 118.5 mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

🧈 High saturated fat

Source of Calories

35.4%
3.5%
61.1%
Fat: 490 cal (61.1%)
Protein: 28 cal (3.5%)
Carbs: 284 cal (35.4%)

About Cream cheese frosting

Cream cheese frosting is a rich, creamy topping commonly used in baking to complement cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Made from a blend of cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, it delivers a tangy sweetness that pairs beautifully with desserts like carrot cake and red velvet cake. Originating from American cuisine, this frosting is celebrated for its luxurious texture and versatility. While cream cheese provides small amounts of calcium and protein, the high content of sugar and butter makes it more indulgent than nutritious. The calorie-dense nature of cream cheese frosting means it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. Its smooth, velvety consistency and slightly tangy flavor make it a beloved staple in bakery classics, though health-conscious variations using reduced-fat cream cheese or alternative sweeteners are sometimes used for a lighter take.