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    Healthy Cream Cheese Date Frosting

    By Marjory Pilley Published Feb 6, 2019 · Updated Oct 9, 2019

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    Healthy Cream Cheese Date Frosting doesn't use powdered sugar, a sugar substitute, or butter. Yet, it's sweet, creamy, and perfect for carrot cake, cinnamon rolls, and so many other sweet treats!

    Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting in a crock with lid in the background

    I'm over the moon excited to share this recipe for healthy cream cheese frosting sweetened with Medjool date paste. It has just a few ingredients and is easy to make. Using the right type of cream cheese, it's vegan too. Most importantly, it's absolutely divine!

    Even though it's healthy, it doesn't taste healthy, which is why it's such a hit at my house.

    We use to frost Pineapple Carrot Muffins because you can't have a good-for-you muffin topped with sugar-laden icing.

    Ingredients

    There are just three ingredients in this cream cheese date frosting recipe:

    • Cream cheese - any variety, or check out these substitutes for cream cheese, including some vegan options!
      • Note: Cream cheese is easier to work with at room temperature. Remove it from the wrapper, cut it into cubes, and allow it to sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes. Another option is to microwave the cubes for about 10 seconds.
    • Date paste - can be purchased online or in specialty stores, but it's so easy to make! Soften and then puree Medjool dates in a food processor until they reach a creamy consistency. Check out our full tutorial on How to Make Date Jam.
      • Note: for best results, allow the date paste to come to room temperature along with the cream cheese.
    • Vanilla extract - can be left of out of the recipe but adds a little magic. Other extract flavors, such as orange or almond, would be amazing too.

    Additionally, milk of any type (including skim, rice, or almond milk) may be added to thin the frosting if desired. However, I find that just whipping the ingredients a little bit longer usually lightens it up perfectly.

    Graphic showing ingredients in healthy cream cheese frosting with labels on cream cheese, date paste and vanilla.

    How to Make Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting with Date Paste

    To make the frosting, thoroughly combine the ingredients with a hand mixer. Beat the mixture for several minutes for a light, fluffy frosting. That's it!

    Give it a taste. Add another tablespoon of date paste for a sweeter result. (I have a sweet tooth and I don't have to do this!)

    If necessary, add milk in teaspoon increments to make the frosting thinner.

    Note: The frosting color is a light creamy brown with tiny specs of dates. It tends to lighten in color the longer it is mixed and may darken a little in the refrigerator as the dates settle.

    The recipe yields 2 cups of frosting. If you're making a 2 layer cake, double the recipe. Otherwise, this amount should cover 2 dozen cupcakes, muffins or cinnamon rolls.

    Date Paste Cream Cheese Frosting in a small bowl with knife in front with frosting on it.

    How to Store Cream Cheese Frosting

    Store cheese frosting in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Lift it out of the refrigerator about an hour before you want to use it and allow it to come to room temperature before frosting a cake. You may even want to fluff it up with a hand mixer again.

    That being said, according to the experts at Cooking Light, cakes frosted with cream cheese can be stored on the countertop if your house temperature is 70 or below. (I guess that's why this Florida gal has always stored it in the refrigerator!)

    Ways to Use Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting

    Here are some ideas for using it:

    • Muffin topping, especially Healthy Carrot Cake Muffins!
    • Frosting for Carrot Cake and Cupcakes
    • Icing for Red Velvet Cake
    • Icing for Healthier Hummingbird Cake
    • Cinnamon rolls
    • Bagel topping
    • Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries - follow this process but fill each strawberry with the cream cheese frosting.
    • Dip for fruits like apples, strawberries, and grapes
    • Base layer for Dessert Pizza with Fruit Topping
    Healthy Carrot Cake Muffin Recipe

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    Healthy Cream Cheese Frosting in a crock with lid in the background

    Healthy Cream Cheese Date Frosting

    Healthy Cream Cheese Date Frosting has no sugar and tastes incredible. It's hard to believe it has just 3 clean ingredients!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 28 Tablespoons
    Calories: 44kcal
    Author: Marjory Pilley

    Ingredients

    • 8 ounces cream cheese softened; any kind including vegan
    • ¾ cup date paste at room temperature
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • milk, any type if desired

    Instructions

    • Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl and mix for 3-5 minutes or until smooth, creamy and fluffy.
    • If necessary, add milk in teaspoon increments to achieve a thinner consistency.

    Notes

    Additional date paste can be added for a sweeter frosting.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 50mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 110IU | Calcium: 8mg
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    1. Suzy

      February 06, 2019 at 1:43 pm

      5 stars
      I really like cream cheese frosting. So glad to find a healthier option!

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    2. Aimee Shugarman

      February 06, 2019 at 1:50 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my gosh this was a wonderful treat! I spread it on some homemade bagels!

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    3. Beatrice

      April 12, 2019 at 12:32 pm

      I was thinking to make date paste when I ran into this recipe. I'm excited to finally be able to frost my cake! I can't eat much sweets but I have a sweet tooth. Thanks for this recipe!

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      • Marjory

        April 12, 2019 at 12:36 pm

        Love to know how it turns out. Enjoy!!!

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    4. Joyce

      April 24, 2023 at 10:20 am

      Hello. Where can u buy the date paste ??

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      • Marjory Pilley

        April 24, 2023 at 4:09 pm

        Hi! It is available on Amazon and specialty stores. Look for ones that are all-natural. You definitely don't need any added sweetener. It is very easy to make too.

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    5. Margaret

      June 12, 2023 at 10:12 pm

      I made this before for carrot cake, it is very delicious and not overpowering in sweetness.

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