Low Fat Classic Cream Cheese Frosting
Indulge in the luscious creaminess of frosting with a guilt-free twist! Our **Low Fat Classic Cream Cheese Frosting** delivers all the tangy-sweet richness you love, but with significantly fewer calories, thanks to clever ingredient swaps like low-fat cream cheese and non-fat Greek yogurt. Perfect for frosting cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, this lightened-up version balances sweetness with a hint of vanilla and just a touch of salt to enhance its flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this silky frosting is quick, easy, and effortlessly spreadable. Whether you're making dessert for a special occasion or a weekday treat, this low-fat gem proves that healthier choices can still taste indulgent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz low-fat cream cheese
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 0.25 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
Instructions
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to facilitate smooth mixing.
In a large mixing bowl, place the low-fat cream cheese and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until it is smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, about half a cup at a time, beating well after each addition to prevent lumps and to make sure the mixture is smooth.
Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to the bowl; continue beating until everything is well incorporated.
Add the non-fat Greek yogurt to the mixture and beat on low speed until the frosting is smooth, well-blended, and reaches a spreadable consistency.
Once combined, taste the frosting and add more powdered sugar if you desire a thicker consistency or a sweeter flavor.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or any sweet treat of your choice, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1136 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.5 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 186.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.1 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 501 mg | 11% | |
*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.
