This keto frosting with cream cheese is a great recipe that is a perfect mix of sweet and tangy and will hold its shape.

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As a perfect sugar-free recipe, frosting a keto cake, cookie, cupcake a real joy. Life is better with a low-carb keto cream cheese frosting that is made with only 4 ingredients. This is a basic recipe that is sugar-free and is Customizable with flavors like chocolate, lemon and frosting with pumpkin.

Desserts are always a hit in our home. Extra frosting earns bonus points. This frosting is super smooth and creamy, making it great to decorate all the family favorites, and it’s super versatile.

Reasons You’ll Love this Keto Cream Cheese Frosting

Perfectly sweet, yet tangy
Simple to prepare
Extra smooth and creamy
Can be piped with ease
Made with just 4 ingredients

Is Cream Cheese Frosting Keto-Friendly?

Regular cream cheese frosting or icing is typically not keto-friendly as it usually is packed with sugar.

Making keto cream cheese frosting that is sugar-free and keto-friendly is relatively simple.

This is a low-carb icing that you can even pipe on cupcakes or cookies and you can use it as keto icing on cinnamon rolls or to spread on cakes.

Ingredients for Keto Frosting

This cream cheese frosting without powdered sugar has a balanced flavor that’s not overly sweet or sharp. It turns out just right every time. You only need four basic ingredients:

Full-fat cream cheese

Unsalted butter

Powdered low-carb sweetener

Vanilla extract

The texture of this sugar-free cream cheese frosting is incredibly smooth and satisfying. It’s so good that I often enjoy a small spoonful on its own when I want something sweet. Add a few fresh berries if you want a quick low carb treat.

How to Make Keto Cream Cheese Frosting

To get a silky smooth sugar-free frosting, use the right ingredients and follow the steps in the recipe card below.

1. Let the cream cheese and butter soften at room temperature so they blend together without any lumps. Expect them to soften in about 1 to 2 hours.

2. Always choose full-fat cream cheese. Low-fat or spreadable types change both texture and taste.

3. Use a powdered sweetener. A fine, confectioners-style sweetener such as powdered erythritol is needed to achieve that smooth finish.

4. A good vanilla extract is important. It adds the slight flavor that completes the frosting and makes it taste rich and indulgent.

5. Using an electric mixer make the frosting and have fun with your dessert.

Different Sugar-Free Frosting Flavors

Also, this is a very versatile frosting and can easily be changed. If you add a dash of cinnamon or a tablespoon of cocoa powder the flavor can change to your all time favorite.

Here’s some of the best to make cream cheese frosting flavors:

Pumpkin Spice: You’ll need about a ½ tsp of pumpkin pie spice.

Lemon: Just one tsp of the lemon extract is enough to make a delicious frosting for my keto blueberry muffins.

Coconut: Just add one whole teaspoon of coconut extract.

Gingerbread: Just one teaspoon of ginger for the spice.

Coffee: Just like me if you love coffee, a some few teaspoons of instant coffee powder make a very yummy frosting.

Tips for Making Keto Cream Cheese Frosting

It’s important to get full-fat cream cheese, not the low-fat or tub kind of spreadable cream cheese.

I recommend using unsalted butter to have more control over the frosting flavor.

Be sure to take the cream cheese and butter out of the refrigerator to allow them to reach room temperature before you begin. This way, the frosting will mix thoroughly and avoid clumping.

FAQs

Can I Pipe Keto Cream Cheese Frosting?

Yes, this keto frosting is thick enough for piping and holds its shape well. You can create any design you like to decorate cakes or cupcakes. Fill a piping bag or use a plastic bag if needed. Be sure to chill the frosting for 20 to 30 minutes before piping.

Is Regular Powdered Sugar Keto Friendly?

No, regular powdered sugar isn’t keto. That’s why this frosting uses a powdered low-carb sweetener. It delivers the same sweetness but keeps the carbs much lower.

How Should I Store Leftover Frosting?

Store leftover keto cream cheese frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Bring it to room temperature before using and mix again with an electric mixer. Since it’s made with natural ingredients and no preservatives, it shouldn’t be stored any longer.