Strawberry Cream Cheese Glaze
Elevate your desserts with this irresistible Strawberry Cream Cheese Glaze, a luscious blend of tangy cream cheese, sweet powdered sugar, and fresh strawberries for a burst of vibrant flavor. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and a whisper of lemon juice, this silky glaze comes together in just 15 minutes and is the ultimate topping for cakes, donuts, pancakes, and more. Its smooth, creamy texture and natural strawberry essence make it a show-stopping finishing touch that’s both visually stunning and deliciously indulgent. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this homemade glaze is a must-try for anyone looking to add a touch of fruity decadence to their treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk (or heavy cream)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped strawberries and lemon juice. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften and release their juices.
Use a fork or potato masher to crush the strawberries into a rough puree. Set aside and let it cool completely.
In a mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese, beating continuously, until fully incorporated.
Add the vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of milk (or heavy cream) to the mixture, and blend until smooth. Add the second tablespoon of milk if the glaze is too thick for your liking.
Once the strawberry mixture has cooled, gently fold it into the cream cheese glaze. For a smoother glaze, you can strain the strawberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve before adding it.
Taste the glaze and adjust the sweetness or tanginess, if needed, by adding more powdered sugar or a small splash of lemon juice.
Drizzle the strawberry cream cheese glaze over your favorite baked goods, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
944 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.8 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 385 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.1 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 130.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 404 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.
