Cream cheese icing

Cream cheese icing

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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828.1
calories
7.1
protein
71.0
carbohydrates
54.4
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (236.6g)
Calories
828.1
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 54.4 g 69%
Saturated Fat 33.1 g 165%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 142.0 mg 47%
Sodium 473.2 mg 20%
Total Carbohydrates 71.0 g 25%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars 66.2 g
protein 7.1 g 14%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 118.3 mg 9%
Iron 0.2 mg 1%
Potassium 118.3 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

⚠️ Contains trans fat
🧈 High saturated fat

Source of Calories

35.4%
3.5%
61.0%
Fat: 489 cal (61.0%)
Protein: 28 cal (3.5%)
Carbs: 284 cal (35.4%)

About Cream cheese icing

Cream cheese icing is a rich and creamy topping commonly used in baking, particularly in American desserts like carrot cake, red velvet cake, and cinnamon rolls. It typically combines cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, resulting in a smooth texture and tangy-sweet flavor. While its origins trace back to early cream cheese usage in U.S. cuisine, this icing has become a global favorite for its versatile flavor profile. Nutritionally, cream cheese icing is high in sugar and fat, mainly due to butter and powdered sugar, making it energy-dense with limited micronutrients. However, cream cheese provides small amounts of protein and calcium. Its decadent nature makes it best enjoyed in moderation, contributing more to taste than health benefits. When made with reduced-fat cream cheese or alternative sweeteners, it can be adapted for lighter versions without sacrificing its signature flavor.