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Nigella Cream Cheese Frosting

Nigella Cream Cheese Frosting

This easy and creamy Nigella Cream Cheese Frosting is the perfect topping for your cakes. With just a few simple ingredients like cream cheese, icing sugar, and double cream, you can create a rich, smooth frosting that’s perfect for adding a frothy, indulgent finish to your desserts.

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Ingredients Needed

  • 300 grams (10.5 oz) cream cheese
  • 150 grams (1 ¼ cups) icing sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornflour (cornstarch)
  • 125 milliliters (½ cup + 1 tablespoon) double cream (or whipping cream)

How To Make Cream Cheese Frosting

  1. Whip the cream cheese: Lightly whip the cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Sieve and combine: Sieve over the icing sugar and cornflour, then beat to combine.
  3. Add the cream: If using double cream, add it and beat until you have a spreadable consistency. If using whipping cream, whisk it to soft peaks, add a couple of spoonfuls into the cream cheese mixture, and once combined, fold in the rest.
Nigella Cream Cheese Frosting
Nigella Cream Cheese Frosting

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before whipping to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth consistency.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer, creamier frosting.
  • Sift the icing sugar and cornflour to prevent any clumps from forming in the frosting.
  • If using whipping cream, whisk it to soft peaks first, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture gently for the best texture.
  • For a thicker frosting, add less cream; for a lighter, spreadable texture, add more cream.

How To Store Leftovers?

  • Refrigerate: Let the leftover cream cheese frosting cool to room temperature before storing it in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze: You can freeze the frosting by placing it in an airtight container or freezer bag. It will keep for up to 3 months. To thaw, place the frosting in the fridge overnight and then gently stir before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (approximately 15 grams)

  • Calories: 60
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
  • Sugars: 3g
  • Protein: 1g

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Nigella Cream Cheese Frosting

Author: Imen Dridi Cuisine:British Courses:Dessert Recipe Keys: C Cream Cheese Frosting
Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: minutesRest time: minutesTotal time: 10 minutesServings:12 servingsCalories:60 kcal Best Season:Suitable throughout the year

Description

This easy and creamy Nigella Cream Cheese Frosting is the perfect topping for your cakes. With just a few simple ingredients like cream cheese, icing sugar, and double cream, you can create a rich, smooth frosting that’s perfect for adding a frothy, indulgent finish to your desserts.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Whip the cream cheese: Lightly whip the cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Sieve and combine: Sieve over the icing sugar and cornflour, then beat to combine.
  3. Add the cream: If using double cream, add it and beat until you have a spreadable consistency. If using whipping cream, whisk it to soft peaks, add a couple of spoonfuls into the cream cheese mixture, and once combined, fold in the rest.

Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before whipping to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth consistency.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer, creamier frosting.
  • Sift the icing sugar and cornflour to prevent any clumps from forming in the frosting.
  • If using whipping cream, whisk it to soft peaks first, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture gently for the best texture.
  • For a thicker frosting, add less cream; for a lighter, spreadable texture, add more cream.
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