Cheesecake Frosting

Cheesecake Frosting

Dolce Flav

Servings

12

Prep Time

10 minutes

Category

Cheesecake Flavoring Water Soluble

A silky-smooth, bakery-style cheesecake frosting made with real cream cheese and boosted with cheesecake extract for a deeper, more authentic cheesecake flavor. This frosting is perfect for cupcakes, cakes, cinnamon rolls, and cookies. The mixture comes together quickly and whips into a fluffy, stable consistency that spreads or pipes beautifully.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (1 block) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp Cheesecake Extract (water- or oil-soluble depending on your source)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for thinning)
  • Pinch of salt

Directions

  1. Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, mixing on low to avoid powder clouds.
  3. Increase the speed to medium and continue beating until the frosting becomes thick and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the cheesecake extract, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to enhance the cheesecake flavor.
  5. Add 1 tablespoon of heavy cream if you prefer a slightly softer frosting; add more only if needed.
  6. Whip the frosting on medium-high for 1–2 minutes until smooth, airy, and pipeable.
  7. Use immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes for a firmer texture before piping onto cakes or cupcakes.