Greek Yogurt Frosting

This Greek Yogurt Frosting is thick, creamy and packed with protein!

When I was a little girl, my dad sometimes made cake on Fridays to celebrate the weekend. But my dad wasn’t really a baker, you see. After work, he would come home smiling as he waved a box of cake mix and a tub of frosting in front of me—both courtesy of Duncan Hines. Did we care? Not at all! To this day, I still remember the scent of that cake (usually banana or strawberry) baking in the oven and how he would always let me sneak a few tiny spoonfuls of frosting right from the tub. I dare say that’s when my love for frosting started. In fact, I can’t fathom baking anything I won’t be frosting—even muffins!
As you can imagine, I’ve built quite a repertoire of frosting recipes over the years, and this recipe with Greek yogurt is definitely one of my favorites. Greek yogurt, you ask? Yep, Greek yogurt made into FROSTING. It is possible!

I’m sure you already know that there are tons of ways you can use Greek yogurt in cooking. It adds creaminess and protein to your favorite overnight oats recipe. Maybe you have been adventurous and tried it out as the base in homemade tzatziki, ranch, or spinach-and-artichoke dip. But did you know that you can use this protein-packed superfood to make the most luscious frosting with a delightfully vibrant tang? I think it even tastes better than the versions of frosting without it!

Is This Greek Yogurt Frosting Healthy?

While we would not consider frosting a healthy food (there are two cups of powdered sugar in this recipe, after all), this is certainly a better-for-you alternative than your standard frosting recipe or the pre-made tubs you buy at the grocery store. You can try using less sugar, but your frosting will definitely be less sweet and also less stable. Start with one cup of powdered sugar and go from there, tasting and adjusting as you go.
Any of the health benefits in this recipe come primarily from the Greek yogurt, which contains protein, calcium, and probiotics, making it good for your muscles, bones, and gut. But this is frosting, so enjoy it in moderation!
This recipe can easily be veganized by using plant-based alternatives for the yogurt and cream cheese.

Adding Flavor To Your Frosting

One of the best things about creating delicious food in the kitchen is that you can be creative and mix it up. If you don’t have vanilla Greek yogurt, as the recipe calls for, or you simply prefer another flavor, go ahead and give it a try! You could use a coconut-flavored variety instead, or even plain Greek yogurt. Just note you may need to play around and add a bit of extra sugar if you do.
Another great idea is to stir in two tablespoons of cocoa powder into the mix for a chocolate-flavored frosting. In that case, you could even consider adding a touch of mint or coconut extract rather than vanilla extract. I’ve even added a few tablespoons of strawberry milk powder and had excellent results. Other delicious flavor enhancers include citrus zest and a dash of matcha powder!

Serving Suggestions

So you’ve made a tub of frosting, and now you want to spread it on everything. Good news: You can! Pipe a thick layer onto a dozen Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Cupcakes or Gluten-Free Cupcakes With Blueberries. Or, serve it up with an assortment of fresh berries and dip away. You could also spread it over these Easy Cinnamon Roll Protein Pancakes or Almond Flour Paleo Cinnamon Rolls.

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