You haven't lived until you've had this raw cream cheese icing recipe with a big, nice slice of raw carrot cake! Note that it's the coconut oil that helps this raw cream cheese recipe firm up.
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Recipe Directions
- 1. Throw all ingredients in high-speed blender.
- 2. Blend until nice and smooth and creamy!
- 3. Transfer to a small bowl.
- 4. Refrigerate in bowl for one hour until it firms up.
- 5. Spread on your favorite raw cake, like this raw carrot cake recipe.
The Rawtarian's Thoughts
By The Rawtarian You haven't lived until you've had this raw cream cheese icing recipe with a big, nice slice of raw carrot cake!
Note that it's the coconut oil that will help this raw cream cheese recipe firm up, so... don't omit it, ok?
The icing will get softer and more gooey (gooeyer?) once it warms up so it's best to ice and then eat right away. Or store your entire cake in the fridge and then cut slices right away.
Enjoy this raw cream cheese icing recipe!
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Nutrition Facts
Nutritional score: 73 out of 100
- This recipe is very low in Carbohydrates, and Sodium.
- This recipe is low in Calories.
- This recipe is a noteworthy source of Protein, Iron, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin K.
Amounts per 70 g (2 oz) suggested serving
| Name | Amount | % Daily |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 273 | 11 % |
| Protein | 6 g | 11 % |
| Fat | 22 g | 27 % |
| Carbohydrates | 16 g | 5 % |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4 % |
| Sugars | 8 g | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1 % |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 18 % |
| Sodium | 102 mg | 4 % |
Source: The Rawtarian, USDA
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Comments and Reviews
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Sunniva Sol
Mar 19, 2013
This was absolutely amazing! I used it on a "regular" vegan carrot cake - amazing! I couldn't stop myself from licking the Vita Mix, haha.
The Rawtarian
Mar 24, 2013
Licking the vitamix is a sure sign of success. It happens a lot in my house too! PS: Love your profile pic. Adorable!
Mary
Jun 05, 2013
I just made the raw carrot cake with this icing, may I say.. DEVINE! Absolutely delicious! Thank you!
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ginaf
Aug 05, 2024
ginaf's Review
Raw cream cheese icing recipe
I’ve been making this recipe for about ten years now! So delicious!! Thank you to the Rawtarian! God bless you.
Ruth
Jan 01, 2018
Ruth's Review
Raw cream cheese icing recipe
Can I freeze this icing? If so, how long? I have some leftover and want to save for later. Thank you so much for the recipe! I added some lemon lime juice and a little stevia (I like a little sweeter icing) and it was amazing!!
The Rawtarian
Jan 02, 2018
Hi Ruth,
Yes, you can definitely freeze this. It freezes well because it has a pretty high fat content (which means it won't get all hard and crystally).
Just freeze and thaw when you want to use again. It might not be quite as spreadable as it was originally, but it will still be usable and yummy.
Chablie
Jun 28, 2015
Do you blend the cashews dry or do you soak them in water first?
The Rawtarian
Jun 28, 2015
No need to soak, Chablie. You can if you prefer to, tho. :)
Chablie
Jun 28, 2015
Awesome! Can't wait to try. I assume that the cashews are raw? Or can you use like unsalted. I wanted to make the recipe today and realized I only had a cup of raw cashews :( Poor planning on my part lol.
The Rawtarian
Jul 01, 2015
Unsalted, untoasted is fine!
Kathy
May 03, 2015
I thought this was really good but missing that tang that I'm used to with cream cheese frosting. I added two large squeezes of lemon juice...bingo excellent. I put it on your carrot cake recipe which I followed to the letter which was also excellent. This is so good I can't believe its healthy. I also added more honey to the frosting...I have a serious sweet tooth.
The Rawtarian
May 04, 2015
Kathy, good tip with the lemon juice! Thx!
Agnetta
Dec 20, 2014
How big a cake or cupcakes do thou think this will frost? A 9" cake or 12 cuppies? Thanks!
The Rawtarian
Dec 26, 2014
Hi Agnetta, you might want to double it if you want to frost top and sides for 9".
Cupcake
Sep 10, 2014
Does this frosting pipe well and keep it's shape?
Thanks
The Rawtarian
Sep 23, 2014
Hi Cupcake! This icing isn't the best for piping. Try my chocolate icing instead :) https://www.therawtarian.com/raw-chocolate-icing
Matt
Jul 15, 2014
I just made your carrot cake. It is delicious. What I really like about these recipes is not so much that they are raw. Sugar is raw LOL. But the ingredients are healthy too, and yet they taste so bad for you :D
The Rawtarian
Jul 28, 2014
Glad you enjoyed the carrot cake, Matt! Did you make the icing too?
Kimmie M.
Jul 02, 2014
Kimmie M.'s Review
Raw cream cheese icing recipe
This is the most AMAZING thing I have ever tasted...seriously, ever in life. I am looking forward to making more and becoming healthier with your website. I appreciate the wealth of info you have provided and I am so excited to get home and make brownies tomorrow!!!!
The Rawtarian
Jul 03, 2014
Aw, thanks, Kimmie! I'm so happy for you!
Natalie Tamara
May 31, 2014
This look heavenly and such a versatile recipe to have on hand too. I'm on the lookout for a new blender right now but this is top of my list once I have one :)
The Rawtarian
Jun 03, 2014
You def. have to try this, Natalie! :)
Jessica
Jan 21, 2014
Hi!
I am a big fan of raw cashew frosting for cakes, however I am having a friend over that is allergic to cashews, walnuts, peanuts (most nuts), but he can eat pine nuts. I really don't want to spend the money on a bunch of pine nuts if it won't work out...do you think it might still be good? Do you have any other ideas?
Thank you!
The Rawtarian
Feb 09, 2014
Hi Jessica,
Yes, I would agree that the pine nut idea would work, but it would be like $20 lol
I suggest doing a banana, coconut oil, lemon juice and sweetener icing instead
Roee
Jan 15, 2014
Should the cashews be soaked for this recipe?
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The Rawtarian
Jan 16, 2014
Hi Roee, I don't soak, but you can if you prefer
Laura Leslie
Nov 13, 2013
Laura Leslie's Review
Raw cream cheese icing recipe
This is so yummy and addictive I couldn't help myself eating it with a spoon will be making again ;)
The Rawtarian
Nov 16, 2013
Haha been there done that, Laura! xox
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