Low Carb Sugar Free Cream Cheese Frosting
A silky, rich, tangy cream cheese frosting that tastes just like the classic version but stays fully low-carb. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, muffins, or anything that needs a creamy keto-friendly topping.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 3 cup powdered keto sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 –4 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the powdered sweetener and vanilla and continue beating until the frosting turns fluffy and no sweetness grains remain.
- Add heavy cream a little at a time until the frosting reaches your preferred thickness.
- Use less cream for thick piping consistency or more for a softer, spreadable frosting.
- Chill the frosting for 20–30 minutes if you want it firmer before decorating.
Notes
Always use powdered sweetener for the smoothest texture. Full-fat cream cheese gives the richest flavor and best consistency.
Variations
Add cinnamon for a warm twist, citrus zest for brightness, cocoa powder for chocolate frosting, or sugar-free maple extract for a cozy maple flavor.
Substitutions
Use almond milk instead of heavy cream, coconut oil instead of butter, or mascarpone instead of cream cheese for a milder frosting.