Scrumptious Strawberry Frosting

I haven't made cupcakes in so long! When Valentine's Day was right around the corner I decided that I wanted to make some cupcakes to send into work with Aaron.  Just for fun! It seems like in the past I've always done some sort of chocolate so this year I decided to mix it up with a fruity frosting.  It ended up being amazing! I came across the idea of using Freeze Dried Strawberries for the flavor and it worked like a charm. The frosting is bursting with strawberry flavor, but without the moisture, and I even got this beautiful color to boot!  Although I made these for Valentine's Day, I'm thinking they would be perfect for Spring/Summer.  I paired these with some lemon cupcakes but they would be delicious with a variety of cakes.

Scrumptious Strawberry Frosting

yield:  Makes enough to generously frost 1 1/2 dozen cupcakes.  I would double it for a layer cake. 

1/2 cup butter, softened
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 pkg Freeze Dried Strawberries

3 cups powdered sugar

3-4 TBSP Heavy Whipping Cream

1/2 tsp vanilla


In a food processor or blender (it will have to be a good one), blend the strawberries into a powder. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove any larger pieces and set aside.

Mix butter and cream cheese together in stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.  Slowly add in the strawberry powder and powdered sugar until fully combined.  Add the vanilla and cream until the desired consistency is reached.

*Notes:  I found my strawberries at Sprouts.  They also have them at Trader Joe's.