• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Kicking Carbs

  • Home
  • Recipe Index
  • About
    • Contact Me
  • Keto Quick Start Guide
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • About Wendy Polisi
  • Affiliate Disclosure
  • Contact Me
  • Keto & Low Carb Recipes
  • Keto Chaffles
  • Keto Recipes for the Low Carb Lifestyle
  • Privacy Policy
  • Recipe Index
  • Resources
  • ×

    Home » Dessert » Keto Cream Cheese Frosting

    Keto Cream Cheese Frosting

    Published: Nov 18, 2020 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Nov 16, 2020 · 670 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    With just five ingredients, you won't believe how delicious this Keto Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe is! It works well on cakes and cupcakes and also goes brilliantly well with Keto Pumpkin Muffins. It is the best way I know to give desserts a boost in look, texture, and flavor.

    Close up photo of a white bowl of Keto Cream Cheese Frosting.

    Although my kids don't follow a keto or even low-carb diet, one of my big goals has been to get them off sugar.

    Since two of the three of them have massive sweet-tooths, this has taken a bit of work.

    Fortunately, recipes like these Chocolate Cheesecake Fat Bombs, Keto Panna Cotta, and Sugar-Free Peppermint Bark have gone a long way towards satisfying their cravings.

    This Keto Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe proves that you don't need sugar to create a delicious frosting. It is simple to make, and in the words of my oldest son, "Good enough to eat with a spoon."

    Ingredients

    Butter: I like to use grass-fed unsalted butter here. Kerrygold is my go-to brand.

    Cream Cheese: Make sure you use full fat!

    Sweetener: Use your favorite keto-friendly sweetener - make sure that it is powdered, or the frosting will be gritty. If you can't find powdered sweetener, you can process a grandular sweetener in your food processor to make it finer.

    Vanilla Extract: Use the best quality you can - it makes a significant impact in the final flavor.

    Salt:  Salt in a frosting may sound odd, but trust me here. It does boost the flavor.

    Photo of a keto quickstart guide with the description of the guide on the right.

    Tips & Tricks

    • Don't try to make this Keto Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe with butter and cream cheese that aren't at room temperature. You will be disappointed with the texture.
    • If you want to make this ahead of time, I recommend letting it warm up a little and whipping again just before frosting.
    • For a fluffier frosting, blend everything in your stand mixer for at least three or four minutes.

    Tools Needed

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn From Qualifying Sales

    • Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Cream Cheese Frosting Keto?

    While cream cheese is perfectly keto-friendly, cream cheese frosting is not because it is loaded with sugar.

    Luckily the solution is simple - make this cream cheese keto frosting recipe instead!

    What Do I Do if I Want a Thinner Frosting?

    Just add in a little heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

    Do Desserts that Use This Frosting Need to Be Refrigerated?

    Yes. This frosting should not be left at room temperature for more than a couple of hours.

    Can I Freeze Cream Cheese Icing?

    Yes, you can freeze it for up to three months. To use, thaw the frosting overnight in the refrigerator and then whip in your stand mixture until it is fluffy again.

    Storage

    Keep this recipe in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow to come to room temperature prior to use. (Unless you are just going for a spoonful. Go ahead - I won't judge.)

    How to Make Keto Cream Cheese Frosting

    First, start by combining the butter and cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer.  If you don’t have a stand mixer, a hand mixer works too.

    Photo of cream cheese frosting being whipped together in the bowl of a stand mixer.

    Beat until smooth, about 2 or 3 minutes.   

    Add the sweetener, vanilla, and salt and beat for one more minute.

    Photo of a white bowl with keto cream cheese frosting sitting on a parchment lined cutting board.

    You May Also Like:

    • Give up ice cream for a diet? No way! This Keto Chocolate Ice Cream is easy to make and always a crowd pleaser.
    • Sugar Free Peppermint Bark is an easy to make treat that is loved by children and adults alike.
    If you like this recipe don't forget to leave a 5 star rating and let me know how it went in the below comments, I love hearing from you! You can also FOLLOW ME on FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, and PINTEREST to see all my delicious recipes.
    Photo of a keto quickstart guide with the description of the guide on the right.
    Square photo of Keto Cream Cheese Frosting.
    Print Recipe

    Keto Cream Cheese Frosting

    Elevate your favorite desserts with this easy to make Keto Cream Cheese Frosting. Sugar-free frosting doesn't get any better than this.
    Prep Time8 mins
    Total Time8 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: frosting
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 100.06kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi
    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualified sales.

    Equipment

    • Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup butter room temperature (1 stick)
    • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
    • 1 ½ cups powdered Swerve or Allulose
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    • In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the butter and cream cheese until fluffy.
    • Add the sweetener, vanilla, and salt.
    • Beat until fluffy, about 1 more minute.

    Notes

    Carb count does not include sugar alcohols.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 100.06kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.61g | Protein: 0.9g | Fat: 10.61g | Saturated Fat: 6.38g | Cholesterol: 30.84mg | Sodium: 114.34mg | Potassium: 19.56mg | Sugar: 0.49g | Vitamin A: 367.64IU | Calcium: 15.59mg | Iron: 0.05mg
    « Instant Pot Jalapeno Popper Chicken
    Keto Roasted Vegetables »

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

    Welcome

    I'm Wendy and I'm here to show you just how delicious a low carb, gluten free and keto diet can be! You are just as likely to find me obsessing over all things cheesy as you are getting excited by a full produce drawer. I'm a mom to three, obsessive planner and roller coasters are my happy place. Let's dig deeper →

    Favorites

    Square photo of keto cheeseburger casserole.
    Overhead square photo of a casserole dish of keto lasagna.
    Overhead photo of three small white dishes of Keto Chicken Pot Pie sitting on a wooden background and a white napkin.
    Photo of Zucchini Enchiladas in a white casserole dish garnished with sour cream and jalapeno.
    Square overhead photo of a saute pan with keto lemon chicken in it.
    Photo of a Keto Reuben Sandwich cut in half and stacked on a white cutting board.

    More Posts from this Category

    Footer

    Privacy Policy

    Affiliate Disclosure

    Disclaimer

    Welcome to the Kicking Carbs website (“site“). Wendy Polisi is not a health professional and information on this blog, arising from this blog, or social media related to this blog is only her personal experience and opinions. You should always check with your health care provider before beginning any diet, health plan, or lifestyle change.

    Copyright © 2023 Kicking Carbs 2020