The Best Cream Cheese Whipped Cream – Easy & Delicious Recipe

Do you want to take your desserts from good to spectacular? Nothing does the job quite like cream cheese whipped cream. If you’re a cream cheese lover, trust me this will become your new favorite frosting.

Why You’ll Love This Cream Cheese Whipped Cream?

The rich and slightly tangy flavor of cream cheese combined with the light, airy texture of whipped cream creates a versatile and delicious frosting perfect for enhancing any dessert.

I use it in so many of my recipes, and if you follow me on social media, you’ve probably seen me decorating cakes, cupcakes, and dessert cups with it.

Perfect Desserts for Cream Cheese Whipped Cream

Cakes & Cupcakes:

• This cream cheese whipped cream is ideal as a filling, crumb coat, or topping.

• It pairs beautifully with pumpkin cakes, nutty flavors, or fruity sponges.

• Between vanilla, lemon, carrot, or red velvet layers, it tastes absolutely amazing.

• On cupcakes, just pipe it on and watch them shine.

Benefits of Cream Cheese Whipped Cream

• Unique flavor that balances sweetness with a slight tang.

• Light and airy, but firm enough to decorate with.

• Works for countless desserts, from simple cakes to elegant dessert tables.

• Easy to make with just a few ingredients.

Fresh Fruit & Citrus: The tang of the cream cheese mixed with the sweetness of strawberries, raspberries, or citrus fruits makes every bite refreshing and divine.

Now, let's jump into the recipe!

Ingredients:

• 226 g cold cream cheese (brick cream cheese style works best)

  
  

• 480 g cold heavy whipping cream

  
  

• 80 g powdered sugar (adjust to taste)

  
  

• 1 tsp clear vanilla extract

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Step by Step Instructions:

• Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for at least 30 minutes before starting.

  
  

• Place the cream cheese in the bowl (remove from the fridge 10 minutes before so it’s not too hard) and beat until smooth, with no lumps.

  
  

• Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula.

  
  

• Add the cold heavy cream and beat on medium speed until slightly combined.

  
  

• Mix in the vanilla and powdered sugar.

  
  

• Scrape down the bowl again to make sure everything is fully incorporated.

  
  

• Beat on low-medium speed until soft peaks form. Do not overbeat, or the cream may split.

  
  

• Ready to Decorate!

  
  

• Your cream cheese whipped cream is now ready to fill, frost, or top your favorite cakes, cupcakes, and dessert cups. Light, tangy, and absolutely delicious, you’ll want to use it everywhere!

Don’t forget to grab the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for easy reference.

Important Tips for Best Results

• The number one enemy is heat. Keep everything as cold as possible (bowl, beaters, ingredients).

  
  

• If your kitchen is warm, place the bowl over an ice bath while whipping.

  
  

• A stainless steel or aluminum bowl holds the cold better.

• To make the perfect cream cheese whipped cream, avoid overbeating, stop mixing as soon as soft peaks form.

  
  

• For a sweeter flavor, simply add a little more powdered sugar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make it a day ahead?

I recommend making it the same day for the best texture and stability.

How much does this recipe make?

Enough to frost a 6-inch 3-layer cake or an 8-inch 2-layer cake.

Can I replace heavy cream with a plant-based version?

Yes! There are soy, almond, and coconut whipping creams available. Some are even pre-stabilized, which helps them hold their shape. Just keep in mind:

The flavor changes (e.g., coconut adds sweetness).

The texture can vary depending on the brand.

Always test small batches first to see if you like the result.

Can I use it in hot weather or warm environments?

This cream cheese whipped cream doesn’t hold up well in heat, it may lose firmness or melt. To improve stability:

• Keep everything cold until ready to use.

• Add 4 tablespoons of instant pudding mix to help stabilize it.

• Store refrigerated until serving.

• For outdoor events, decorate desserts as close to serving time as possible.

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