People always ask me how to make sugar free Stevia Cream Cheese Frosting.
Stevia Cream Cheese Frosting
I post mostly recipes that are sugar free.
In those recipes, I usually call for a sugar substitute. While my usual go-to for a sugar alternative may be Splenda, I also use Stevia when I bake. Many of my readers express a desire for me to use other sugar alternatives as well.
Stevia is a favorite sugar alternative to many of my readers.
I can see why- because it is a more natural alternative to sugar. It is a sweetener and also a sugar substitute that is extracted from the leaves of a plant. People like this product because it is a more natural alternative.
I like that you can do a lot with this sweetener.
Almost anything that you can do with any other sugar alternative can be done with this. You do not need to use as much of this product as well. I list sugar alternative ingredients in terms of 'equivalent' as in equivalent to sugar which is why it is important to know how much of this product to actually use in the recipe.
Cream cheese frosting is a popular frosting to make.
Probably the most popular cake to frost with a cream cheese based frosting would be carrot cake. However, a cream cheese frosting can be used for many other cakes and cupcakes as well. If you like cream cheese frosting but, you do not like all of the sugar, you will like this alternative.
There are many ways for you to make a cream cheese frosting sugar free.
If you are as sensitive to sugar like I am, especially in the high doses that a frosting may bring, you may be happy this this. I am showing you how to use something other than Splenda in sweetening this frosting.
By the way, you can easily find Stevia on Amazon. You can find various brands of it there as well.
Stevia Cream Cheese Frosting
The recipe for Stevia Cream Cheese Frosting
I balance my recipe using Greek Yogurt. However, you will also find that Greek Yogurt that is flavored is also a great option. If you like a flavored cream cheese frosting then you can omit the vanilla extract in this recipe and you can use a flavored Greek Yogurt instead. Hence, there are many ways to alter the taste of this.
What you will need to make this recipe.
- Cream Cheese- 8 ounce package softened - can be low fa.t
- Greek Yogurt -6-8 ounces- can be a flavored container .
- Stevia start at 1 tsp and add another if needed ) .
- Vanilla Extract- 1 tsp- (this is optional if your yogurt is flavored.
How to make this recipe.
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Test for sweetness to determine if more sweetener is needed. Stevia goes a long way in this recipe. I find that whipping the frosting helps it get a better height.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese- 8 ounce package softened - can be low fa.t
- Greek Yogurt -6-8 ounces- can be a flavored container .
- Stevia start at 1 tsp and add another if needed ) .
- Vanilla Extract- 1 tsp- (this is optional if your yogurt is flavored.
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Test for sweetness to determine if more sweetener is needed. Stevia goes a long way in this recipe. I find that whipping the frosting helps it get a better height.
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We re trying this out for sure,
I really want to try this one, we love cream cheese frosting on spice cake and red velvet cake.
Is the stevia in this recipe powdered or liquid?
Hi- it is for the powdered. thanks!!
hi, i want to try it, but i dont understand if we need 6 greek yogurt of 8 on
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6 or 8 on
thanks a lot
Hi- It really depends upon the consistency of the yogurt that you are adding and the consistency needed for what you will be using it for. I would start out with 6 ounces and if you need more volume for what you are using it for, add another ounce etc. Thanks!
Are you using liquid stevia here?
Hi- It is the regular- non liquid version. Start with a small amount and increase as needed. You could probably get away with using liquid but, I recommend the dry. thanks
Can I assume the cupcakes/cake will need to be kept in the refrigerator ?
I certainly would if they have a cream cheese frosting on them. thanks!
What brand of powdered stevia do you use for this cream cheese frosting. I know that different brand are sweeter than others. Thanks for the recipe!
Truvia Spoonable has worked for me. However, using a stevia baking blend will add a bit more texture to your mix. However, a baking blend can have sugar/carbs added it to it to make that texture. thanks
Truvia and Stevia are not the same at all. Using one teaspoon of Stevia is like as much as 64 tablespoons’ worth of sugar (4 cups), for sweetness. Since there are many brands and concentrations of sweeteners containing stevia, it would help to clarify specifically what you use, right in the recipe. Thanks.
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Thanks for you comment. I actually have a handy post that shows how to measure sugar alternatives. There is a free printable that will help measure sugar alternatives. thanks!
Floavored yogurt usually has a lot of sugar which might be defeating the purpose of making a sugar free frosting. Check your labels.
While I agree with you about the flavored yogurt thing- there are some out there that do not have that. It’s just a matter of finding it sugar free where you live. I have a few options where I live but, certainly not all stores by me.
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OMG!! I just made this! You are a life saver!! The Greek Yogurt turned out great in this. One tweak that I made was to soften out the cream cheese before adding the other ingredients.
Thank you!!
That is worth trying out. Thanks for the suggestion!
I made this the first time with just the Greek Yogurt. The second time I went 50/50 Greek Yogurt and sour cream. This is about the closes we can get to tasting the real thing without all of the real sugar. Next time I will try the flavored yogurt idea.
I agree that using Stevia is pretty darn close. Thanks for the feedback!
Can this be frozen? I want to put on cake but know some pieces will go in the freezer for later.
I have not tried freezing this. What I do know is that if you were going to freeze the regular cream cheese frosting. it is recommended that you freeze it separate from the cake/cupcakes and then defrost it when you are ready to use it.
Not sugar free if one of your ingredients is yogurt, sorry. Yogurt is loaded with sugar.
Hi- we are using 1 container (6-8 ounce) of Greek Yogurt in this recipe. The average Greek Yogurt container of this size has about 6 grams of sugar in it. The recipe makes 8-12 servings depending on what you are using the frosting for. Thus, you would be getting less than 1 gram of sugar per serving. This is why it is important to read those labels. The American Heart Association deems less than .5 grams to be sugar free. So, if you were to use the Greek Yogurt with 6 grams of sugar to frost to frost 12 cupcakes, that would be considered to be sugar free. Thanks
hi – can this frosting be used for sugar cookies?
Hi. I would use it sparingly and/or a larger cookie since this is a heavier frosting. Try one of my icing recipes instead.. Thanks!
To make chocolate cm cheese frosting how much cocoa powder would I need?
Hi. That’s a good question. I will include a recipe for this in the future. However, at this time what I would suggest trying would be to add a tablespoon of cocoa to the frosting and adjusting the cocoa and the yogurt as you go until you reach your intended consistency and chocolate flavoring. I do have these similar recipes if this idea has confused you-https://thesugarfreediva.com/sugar-free-chocolate-buttercream-frosting/ and https://thesugarfreediva.com/sugar-free-cocoa-icing-with-greek-yogurt/ Thanks!!
How many carbs would this have per serving?
Hi. Go here to get nutritional information. thanks!
Thank you so much for posting these AWESOME SUGAR FREE RECIPES!!! Most people use common sense and know to read labels and plain Greek Yogurt is just that, plain. Your answers are very good and non-judgemental. I am still working on that one! I have found that no matter what, some people will find fault in everything. There are some very good whip toppings out there that are organic and not made with oil like say Cool Whip is. LOVE the SUGAR-FREE RECIPES so please keep them comping. Have a BLESSED DAY!
You have totally made my day 🙂 Thank you for your kindness. I will pass it on.