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Rachel White

Vanilla Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting

Vanilla Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting is smooth, tangy, and sweet with bakery-style flavor perfect for decorating cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 165
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Frosting Base
  • 8 oz vegan cream cheese softened
  • 1 2 cup vegan butter softened
  • 3 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 8 tsp salt pinch

Equipment

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

Method
 

  1. Beat softened cream cheese and vegan butter until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add powdered sugar gradually while mixing on low speed until combined.
  3. Add vanilla and salt, then beat until silky and light.
  4. Chill 10 to 15 minutes if you want firmer piping texture.
  5. Spread or pipe onto fully cooled cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.

Notes

For softer frosting, use immediately after mixing. For firmer swirls, chill briefly first. Freezing works in an airtight container up to 1 month; thaw in the refrigerator and rewhip. Handle gently when warm during assembly. Add citrus zest, cinnamon, or cocoa for flavor changes. Store refrigerated up to 5 days.