Orange Greek Yogurt Frosting

Orange Greek Yogurt Frosting

A tangy, citrus-bright frosting that swaps heavy buttercream for thick Greek yogurt and fresh orange.

Total 45 min Makes 48 oz Calories 145/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Dairy

This frosting balances rich butter and cream cheese with the tang of Greek yogurt and the brightness of fresh orange zest and juice. Its light texture and tangy-sweet flavor make it a good match for citrus cakes, carrot cake, or spiced cupcakes. The Greek yogurt keeps it from tasting overly sweet while still holding its shape when piped.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, full-fat
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest, finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Method

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

  2. Add the Greek yogurt, orange zest, orange juice, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat on low speed until fully combined.

  3. Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until smooth, scraping down the bowl as needed.

  4. Increase speed to medium-high and beat until the frosting is light, fluffy, and holds soft peaks, about 2 minutes.

  5. Cover and refrigerate the frosting for at least 30 minutes to firm up before spreading or piping onto cooled cake or cupcakes.

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    Orange Greek Yogurt Frosting

    This frosting balances rich butter and cream cheese with the tang of Greek yogurt and the brightness of fresh orange zest and juice. Its light texture and tangy-sweet flavor make it a good match for citrus cakes, carrot cake, or spiced cupcakes. The Greek yogurt keeps it from tasting overly sweet while still holding its shape when piped.

    45 min 48 oz 145 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
    • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
    • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, full-fat
    • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
    • 1 tablespoon orange zest, finely grated
    • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1/8 teaspoon salt

    Method

    1. 1

      In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

    2. 2

      Add the Greek yogurt, orange zest, orange juice, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat on low speed until fully combined.

    3. 3

      Add the powdered sugar one cup at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until smooth, scraping down the bowl as needed.

    4. 4

      Increase speed to medium-high and beat until the frosting is light, fluffy, and holds soft peaks, about 2 minutes.

    5. 5

      Cover and refrigerate the frosting for at least 30 minutes to firm up before spreading or piping onto cooled cake or cupcakes.