Cranberry Fluff Frosting
Elevate your desserts with the vibrant and creamy Cranberry Fluff Frosting—a delightful blend of tart cranberries and rich cream cheese that will leave your taste buds tingling. Made with fresh cranberries simmered into a sweet-tart puree, this frosting boasts a stunning natural hue and bold, tangy flavor. Softened cream cheese and butter create a luxuriously smooth base, while powdered sugar and vanilla add just the right touch of sweetness. The addition of heavy cream ensures a perfectly fluffy consistency, making it ideal for spreading or piping onto cakes, cupcakes, or holiday treats. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this frosting is a show-stopping choice for festive gatherings or special occasions. Don’t settle for ordinary—make your desserts unforgettable with this cranberry-infused masterpiece! Perfect for seasonal recipes, holiday baking, and making a bold statement on your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Water
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly and add them to a small saucepan with the granulated sugar and water.
Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
Once cooled, puree the cranberry mixture in a blender or food processor until smooth. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter with a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until creamy and well combined.
Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, continuing to beat on low speed until all the sugar is incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Mix in the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of the cranberry puree. Adjust the amount of puree to achieve your desired flavor and color intensity.
If the frosting is too thick, add the heavy cream one tablespoon at a time, beating on medium speed, until you reach your preferred consistency.
Once the frosting is smooth and fluffy, it's ready to use. Spread or pipe onto cakes, cupcakes, or desserts of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.6 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.5 g | 572% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 539 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 775 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 377.5 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 352.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 426 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
