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Rachel White

Orange Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting

Orange Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting is silky, tangy, and bright with fresh citrus flavor perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and bars.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 168
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Frosting Base
  • 8 oz vegan cream cheese softened
  • 1 2 cup vegan butter softened
  • 2 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 1 tbsp orange zest finely grated
  • 1 tbsp orange juice fresh
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 8 tsp salt pinch

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Zester
  • Freezer
  • Scoop
  • Tray

Method
 

  1. Beat vegan cream cheese and vegan butter until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add powdered sugar gradually and mix on low speed until combined.
  3. Add orange zest, orange juice, vanilla, and salt. Beat until silky and airy.
  4. Chill 10 minutes for firmer texture or use immediately for softer spreading.
  5. Spread or pipe onto fully cooled cakes, bars, cookies, or muffins.

Notes

For soft frosting, use right away. For sharper peaks, chill briefly before piping. Freeze in an airtight container up to 1 month, then thaw and rewhip. Keep desserts cool during assembly. Add cinnamon or cardamom for flavor customization. Store refrigerated up to 5 days.