Cream Cheese – The base of this recipe, cream cheese adds a tart flavor and creaminess that helps balance sweet desserts. I love to use cream cheese frosting on cupcakes, cinnamon rolls and my spiced carrot cake recipe.
Butter – This gives the frosting a silkiness and “melt-in-your mouth” texture similar to classic buttercream, without added sweetness.
Heavy Cream- adds a creamy depth to the frosting while aiding in its light and fluffy texture. A little heavy cream goes a long way. You can also use coconut cream, if you’re avoiding a lot of dairy or fat.