Pecan-Cream Cheese Frosting

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Pecan-Cream Cheese Frosting
45 min.
4
1041kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our delightful Pecan-Cream Cheese Frosting, a luscious topping that will elevate any dessert to new heights! Perfect for those who appreciate the rich, nutty flavor of toasted pecans combined with the creamy goodness of cream cheese, this frosting is a must-try for any baking enthusiast. Whether you're frosting a decadent chocolate cake, a batch of moist cupcakes, or even a simple batch of cookies, this versatile icing will add a touch of elegance and a burst of flavor to your creations.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is its vegetarian and gluten-free nature, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. With just a handful of ingredients, including softened butter, cream cheese, and toasted pecans, you can whip up this frosting in just 45 minutes. The combination of creamy and crunchy textures, along with the sweet and nutty flavors, creates a frosting that is not only delicious but also visually appealing.

Imagine the joy of serving a dessert topped with this rich, velvety frosting, adorned with crunchy pecans that add a delightful contrast. Each bite is a celebration of flavors that will leave your guests asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible Pecan-Cream Cheese Frosting that is sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • ounce cream cheese softened
  • cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 16 ounce powdered sugar 
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Beat first 3 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating at low speed until blended. Beat at high speed until smooth; stir in pecans.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1041kcal
Protein2.34%
Fat52.45%
Carbs45.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.75
Glycemic Load
0.97
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.441304429718%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.93mg
Delphinidin
1.98mg
Catechin
1.97mg
Epigallocatechin
1.53mg
Epicatechin
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1040.67kcal
52.03%
Fat:62.14g
95.6%
Saturated Fat:27.72g
173.26%
Carbohydrates:120.52g
40.17%
Net Carbohydrates:117.9g
42.87%
Sugar:114.55g
127.27%
Cholesterol:118.27mg
39.42%
Sodium:363.05mg
15.78%
Alcohol:1.12g
100%
Alcohol %:0.62%
100%
Protein:6.23g
12.46%
Manganese:1.24mg
62.22%
Vitamin A:1485.82IU
29.72%
Copper:0.35mg
17.37%
Phosphorus:143.16mg
14.32%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.98%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.77%
Fiber:2.62g
10.46%
Zinc:1.56mg
10.39%
Vitamin E:1.53mg
10.18%
Selenium:6.88µg
9.82%
Magnesium:39.03mg
9.76%
Calcium:82.37mg
8.24%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.91%
Potassium:200.46mg
5.73%
Iron:0.83mg
4.61%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.53%
Vitamin K:4.13µg
3.93%
Folate:11.95µg
2.99%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.88%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
1.98%
Source:My Recipes