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Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting ((Nut-Free!)
4.8 from 147 votes

Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting ((Nut-Free!)

This vegan cream cheese frosting uses steamed white-fleshed sweet potato as a base, combined with maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and a hint of lemon and apple cider vinegar for tang. The texture is smooth and creamy, achieved by blending all ingredients until silky, producing a frosting free of nuts, dairy, and refined sugar alternatives.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 53 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 large sweet potato white flesh, Hannah variety
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup (at room temperature)
  • 6 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
  • 2-4 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. To prepare the sweet potato, peel and cut it into 1-inch chunks. In a pot fitted with a steamer basket, bring 1-inch of water to a boil and steam the potato chunks until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes. 
  2. Transfer the steamed potato chunks into a 1-cup measuring cup and mash them with a fork to tightly pack the cup all the way to the top. (Reserve any remaining sweet potato for a future smoothie or salad topper.)
  3. Transfer the mashed sweet potato to a blender, and add in the maple syrup, coconut oil, 2 tablespoons of water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Blend until silky smooth.
  4. If the mixture isn't blending well, add more water 1-2 tablespoons at a time until very smooth. Be careful not to add too much water or the frosting will be too runny. Once smooth, transfer the frosting to an airtight container to store in the fridge. 
  5. This frosting will thicken overnight and can be spread over your favorite cakes, bars, or cookies. Be sure to keep the frosting refrigerated for best texture, though it can sit out at room temperature for several hours for serving. It should last up to a week when stored in the fridge. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 53kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 15mg (1%) Potassium 33mg (1%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 785IU (16%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 9mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 53

% Daily Value*

Calories 53kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 15mg 1%
Potassium 33mg 1%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 785IU 16%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 9mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.