Cream Cheese Peppermint Frosting
Elevate your holiday desserts with this luscious Cream Cheese Peppermint Frosting, a festive twist on classic cream cheese icing that's perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies alike. Ultra-creamy and decadently smooth, this frosting combines tangy cream cheese and buttery richness with the refreshing zing of peppermint extract and a hint of vanilla. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an easy, no-cook recipe that transforms your homemade treats into holiday showstoppers. Swirl in a few drops of red food coloring for a candy cane-inspired look, or keep it pure white for a frosty finish. Whether you're spreading it on gingerbread or piping it onto chocolate cupcakes, this frosting is the ultimate Christmas dessert topper. Perfect for seasonal baking or anytime you're craving a flavorful and festive twist!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for consistency)
- 2 drops red food coloring (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and unsalted butter. Both should be at room temperature for smooth blending.
Step 2
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed, beat the cream cheese and butter together until the mixture is creamy and well-combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud. Once incorporated, increase to medium speed and beat until smooth.
Step 4
Add the peppermint extract and vanilla extract to the frosting. Mix on low speed until fully blended, then increase to medium speed and beat for another 1-2 minutes.
Step 5
If the frosting is too thick, add the heavy cream, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Step 6
For a festive touch, mix in 2 drops of red food coloring and gently swirl it in for a peppermint candy cane effect, or fully blend for a pink frosting.
Step 7
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (306.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1278.4 |
| Total Fat 131.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 77.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 370.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 725.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.8g | |
| Protein 14.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 242.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 325.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories