Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting

Table of Contents

1. Let’s Dish: About This Recipe
2. Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients
3. Easy Blueberry Frosting Substitutions And Additions
4. How To Make Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting
5. How To Serve Homemade Blueberry Frosting
6. Berry Cream Cheese Frosting Storage Tips
7. Why Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting is the Best
8. Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting Frequently Asked Questions
9. More Recipes You’ll Love
10. JUMP TO RECIPE

This blueberry cream cheese frosting transforms any dessert into something special. With every spoonful, you’ll taste the balance of creamy richness and the bright, lively notes of real blueberries. Whether you’re icing cupcakes or adding a unique twist to your favorite cake, this frosting brings an elegant, homemade touch that will elevate any dessert.

Let’s Dish: About This Recipe

Main Ingredients: Blueberries, sugar, butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla .
Quick Steps: Make reduction, beat cream cheese and butter, mix in vanilla and powdered sugar, add cooled blueberry.
Total Time & Yield: 50 minutes total; yields 6 servings.

Why This Recipe

• This blueberry cream cheese frosting recipe is a perfect balance of tangy and sweet.

• Other recipes use shortcuts like blueberry jam, which can lead to a less vibrant flavor.

• Our recipe stands out by using real fresh blueberries cooked into a reduction, which gives the frosting a naturally rich, fruity burst without excessive added sweetness.

• Additionally, the combination of cream cheese and butter provides a smooth, creamy texture that doesn’t overpower the blueberry flavor. Other recipes often include freeze-dried blueberries or even extra jam, which can dilute the freshness.

Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients

Easy Blueberry Frosting Substitutions And Additions

BLUEBERRIES: You can use fresh or frozen blueberries in this recipe. If using frozen, add them directly to the saucepan from the freezer. After just a couple of minutes over medium heat, they will soften enough to start mashing.

If you don’t have blueberries, try another fresh fruit like raspberries or strawberries. Remember that these berries are tarter than blueberries, so you might need to adjust the sweetness of your frosting.

This berry cream cheese frosting is also ideal for wild blueberries you pick during the summer or for fresh berries from the farmers market.

LEMON OR ALMOND EXTRACT: A splash of lemon or almond extract can add another layer of flavor to your frosting and complement the blueberries nicely.

CANDIED LEMON PEEL: For a bit of texture and extra citrus punch, you can fold in some finely chopped candied lemon peel.

For more lemon flavor, add fresh lemon zest, lemon extract, or a little lemon juice to complement the blueberries in a classic pairing option.

VANILLA BEAN: Using a vanilla bean instead of vanilla extract will add a more intense vanilla flavor. Simply scrape the seeds from the pod and add them to your frosting along with the pod itself. Remove the pod before frosting your cake.

SALT: If you only have unsalted butter, be sure to add a pinch of salt to your frosting mixture.

How To Make Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting

This yummy homemade blueberry cream cheese frosting has two parts. First, you will make a blueberry reduction on the stovetop. Once cool, you can mix up the cream cheese frosting, adding the blueberry reduction for a pop of color and flavor.

Skip the boring vanilla buttercream! After it’s ready, this berry frosting is an ideal addition to any moist cake or treat. We think you’ll be a huge fan of the amazing blueberry flavor!

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OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS: This is a softer-set frosting. It will work well for frosting cupcakes or cakes. A basic piping with open tip 1A or star tip 1M is shown here. 

For The Blueberry Reduction

PRO TIP: We cook down the blueberries so that they pack a punch of color and flavor into the frosting without adding a lot of water from the whole fruit.

STEP ONE: In a two-quart saucepan, heat the blueberries and granulated sugar over medium heat. 

STEP TWO: Use a potato masher to break down the blueberries, cooking for eight to ten minutes until the blueberries have reduced to a thick jam-like paste. 

STEP THREE: Remove cooked blueberry puree from heat and cool to room temperature. 

PRO TIP: If you want to cool your mixture faster, you can transfer it to a mixing bowl and refrigerate it.

For the Frosting

PRO TIP: Make sure your cream cheese and butter is at room temperature, so you don’t end up with lumps in your mixture. Don’t use cold butter or cream cheese or your cream cheese mixture won’t be smooth!

STEP ONE: Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together with a hand mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Start at a low speed and work up to medium speed.

Instead of an electric hand mixer, you could also use a stand mixer with a whisk attachment.

STEP TWO: Add the vanilla extract and beat until combined.

STEP THREE: Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until the frosting is thick and fluffy.

STEP FOUR: Beat in the vanilla extract and then the cooled blueberry reduction.

If your frosting is too thin, add a little confectioners’ sugar and continue to mix with your handheld electric mixer until it thickens.

If your frosting is too thick, add a little milk or half and half to thin it out.

Be sure only to make minor adjustments and thoroughly mix before adding more.

PRO TIP: Detailed piping is more suitable with a stiffer frosting. Keep frosted cakes and cupcakes chilled in the refrigerator to keep the frosting intact. If the frosting gets too warm, it will melt. 

How To Serve Homemade Blueberry Frosting

This blueberry icing would be the perfect topper for all of your cupcakes and cakes.

Add it to our vanilla cupcakes, or gender reveal cupcakes for a colorful twist.

For two more delightful flavors of this creamy frosting, check out our recipes for strawberry cream cheese frosting or the original tangy cream cheese frosting.

Berry Cream Cheese Frosting Storage Tips

The frosting can be made ahead of time and added to your cake or cupcakes right before serving. Here’s how to store it in the meantime.

IN THE FRIDGE: Store creamy frosting in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.

IN THE FREEZER: You can also freeze the frosting for up to one month.

BEFORE USE: After storing, bring the frosting to room temperature and then beat it with an electric mixer to use.

Why Blueberry Cream Cheese Frosting is the Best

Blueberry frosting makes a strong case for being the top frosting choice! Here’s why:

Flavorful Fusion: The tangy cream cheese base perfectly complements the sweetness and tartness of blueberries, creating a complex and delightful flavor combination.

Natural Ingredients: It relies on fresh blueberries for sweetness and color, avoiding artificial flavors and colorings.

Versatility: This frosting goes beyond just blueberry muffins or cakes. It pairs well with lemon, carrot, and even pound cakes for a delicious twist.

Creamy Texture: The cream cheese base makes this frosting smooth and creamy, adding a decadent touch to any dessert.

Beautiful Color: The natural blueberry hue gives baked goods a vibrant and visually appealing touch.

Of course, taste is subjective, but blueberry cream cheese frosting offers a unique and delicious combination that elevates many desserts.

Not only do the bright colors create an eye-catching presentation, but the blend of tangy blueberries and rich cream cheese makes for a delightful taste experience. We are sure that however you use it, this blueberry cream cheese frosting will be a big hit!

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