ObiMy Homemade Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
I know sometimes it’s easier to just walk into the store and buy whatever you want, sometimes store bought are good enough, sometimes they aren’t close to what you can make at home. One of such items that homemade version is always better is vegan cream cheese frosting, in fact asides the usual advantages of homemade versions, this vegan cream cheese just takes up to a new level, especially when you consider it doesn’t take much ingredients or even time. Maybe because this is my recipe, I’ll let you be the judge after recreating the same recipe.
If you’ve been thinking about making your own vegan cream cheese frosting at home, this is the vegan cream cheese frosting recipe that will make you wonder why you waited so long. As I said earlier, it’s simple in the best way, the kind of thing you can throw together on a quiet afternoon without stressing over tools or complex steps. Honestly, once you make it yourself, the store bought versions start to feel a little flat.
I’ll let you try it first with the quick recipe below and drop your review.
My Homemade Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Sifter
Ingredients
- 8 oz vegan cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup vegan butter softened (not melted)
- 2½ – 3 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt this is optional, but it helps balance sweetness
Instructions
Beat the vegan butter and cream cheese:
- In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the vegan cream cheese and vegan butter together until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
Add the vanilla:
- Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
Add powdered sugar gradually:
- Add 2 1/2 cups of powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low at first to avoid a powder cloud.
- Increase speed to medium and beat until light and fluffy.
- If you prefer a thicker frosting, add up to 1/2 cup more powdered sugar.
Taste and balance:
- Add a pinch of salt if needed to reduce sweetness.
Chill if needed:
- Vegan cream cheese frosting softens quickly—chill for 15–20 minutes before frosting if you want it firmer.
Nutrition
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