The Best Frosting Recipes for People Who Hate Powdered Sugar
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Frosting Recipes Without Powdered Sugar
Simple, smooth, and naturally sweetened options
If you’re looking for frosting recipes without powdered sugar, you’re not alone. Whether you prefer natural sweeteners, lower sugar options, or simply ran out of powdered sugar, these frostings are smooth, balanced, and easy to prepare.
Each recipe below uses simple ingredients and comes together quickly. They work beautifully on cakes, cupcakes, brownies, pancakes, or even as fruit dips.
1. Cream Cheese Frosting (No Powdered Sugar)
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Creamy, slightly tangy, and lightly sweet.
Ingredients
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Sweetener to taste (monk fruit, erythritol, or stevia – optional)
Instructions
1. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add heavy cream and vanilla.
3. Mix until fluffy and creamy.
4. Add sweetener if desired and adjust to taste.
Best for: carrot cake, red velvet, cinnamon rolls.
2. Nut Butter Frosting
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Rich, naturally sweet, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter
- 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 3 tbsp milk or cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Stir nut butter and honey until smooth.
2. Add milk and vanilla.
3. Whisk until creamy and spreadable.
4. Adjust milk for thinner consistency if needed.
Best for: chocolate cake, banana bread, oatmeal bars.
3. Coffee Cream Frosting
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Light, airy, and perfect for coffee lovers.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup heavy cream (cold)
- 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee or espresso
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
2. Slowly add coffee and vanilla.
3. Continue whipping to medium peaks.
4. Use immediately for best texture.
Best for: chocolate cake, mocha cupcakes.
4. Whipped Honey Frosting
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Light and naturally sweet.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cold heavy cream
- 2–3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
2. Add honey and vanilla.
3. Continue whipping until fluffy and stable.
Best for: sponge cake, berries, layered desserts.
5. Mascarpone Whipped Frosting
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Rich, smooth, and elegant.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups mascarpone
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Beat mascarpone until smooth.
2. Add heavy cream and vanilla.
3. Whip until thick and fluffy.
4. Do not overmix to avoid curdling.
Best for: tiramisu cakes, fruit cakes, vanilla cupcakes.
6. Chocolate Greek Yogurt Frosting
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Light, creamy, and protein-rich.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2–3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2–3 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Mix yogurt and cocoa powder until smooth.
2. Add honey and vanilla.
3. Stir until fully combined.
4. Chill briefly for thicker consistency if needed.
Best for: snack cakes, brownies, healthy treats.
7. Coconut Cream Frosting
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Dairy-free and naturally creamy.
Ingredients
- 1 can coconut cream (chilled overnight)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Sweetener to taste (stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol – optional)
Instructions
1. Scoop out the solid coconut cream (discard liquid).
2. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
3. Add vanilla and sweetener if desired.
4. Whip until light and airy.
Best for: vegan cakes, tropical desserts.
8. Condensed Milk Chocolate Frosting
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Smooth, glossy, and deeply chocolatey.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup cold heavy cream
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
2. In a separate bowl, mix condensed milk, cocoa powder, and vanilla.
3. Gently fold whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
4. Chill briefly before spreading if needed.
Best for: chocolate cakes, layered desserts.
Final Notes
- For thicker frosting: chill for 15–30 minutes.
- For thinner consistency: add 1–2 teaspoons milk or cream.
- Always start with softened (not melted) dairy ingredients for smooth results.
These frosting recipes are versatile, simple, and perfect when you want alternatives to powdered sugar.