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Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting on a chocolate cupcake, topped with mini marshmallows.

Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Topping
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick) softened to room temperature
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar sifted

Instructions
 

  • Combine strawberries and sugar in a small saucepan, adding just enough water to prevent sticking. Simmer over medium-low heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until a jam-like consistency is reached. Adjust thickness with water if needed. Once reduced to 1/4 cup, leave it to cool.
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  • While the strawberry reduction is cooling, beat the softened butter in a mixing bowl and cream cheese together with a mixer until creamy, about 2-3 minutes..
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  • Add the cooled strawberry reduction and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and butter mixture. Continue to beat on medium speed until fully incorporated.
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  • Add the sifted powdered sugar to the bowl while continuing to beat. Add the sugar slowly to prevent it from flying everywhere. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy, an additional 1-2 minutes.
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Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 46mgFiber: 0.2g
Keyword Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting
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