8 Perfect Vegan Frosting Recipes

Frosting fanatics, unite! 🎉 Get ready to embark on a sweet journey through the world of vegan frostings that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance. I’ve teamed up with some of the coolest vegan bakers around to bring you a collection of frostings so good, you might just forget about the cake altogether. From classic vanilla to adventurous avocado, we’ve got something for every palate and occasion. These recipes are easy-peasy, adaptable, and perfect for slathering on cakes, cupcakes, or let’s be real – eating straight from the bowl with a spoon (no judgment here!). So, grab your whisk and let’s dive into frosting heaven!

Classic Vanilla Buttercream

Oh, vanilla buttercream – the little black dress of the frosting world. It’s simple, it’s elegant, and it goes with everything.

Here’s the quick and dirty: Cream vegan butter until it’s fluffy, then gradually add powdered sugar, a splash of plant milk, and a generous pour of vanilla extract. Whip it good until it’s light as a cloud.

Pro tip: Use clear vanilla extract if you want that pristine white look. Or don’t. Live on the edge with slightly off-white frosting. You rebel, you.

I once made this for my niece’s birthday party, and let me tell you, those kids couldn’t tell the difference between this and the “real” thing. Score one for the plant-based team! 🌱

Chocolate Fudge Frosting

Calling all chocoholics! This one’s for you, and trust me, it’s so good you might need an intervention.

The secret? Melted vegan chocolate chips, cocoa powder, vegan butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of plant milk. Whip it up, and try not to eat it all before it reaches the cake.

Fun fact: I once ate so much of this frosting while decorating a cake that I had to make a second batch. No regrets.

Want to take it up a notch? Add a shot of espresso for a mocha twist. Because adulting is hard, and sometimes we need a little caffeinated frosting to get us through the day.

Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Pucker up, buttercup! This tangy dream is about to become your new obsession.

Mix vegan cream cheese with vegan butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whip until it’s smoother than your pickup lines.

This frosting is like sunshine in a bowl. It’s perfect for summer cakes, or you know, brightening up a gloomy Tuesday in February. Because who says you can’t have a little sunshine in winter?

I once used this to frost a lavender cake, and let me tell you, it was so fancy I felt like I should be having tea with the Queen. Pinky up! 🫖

Strawberry Buttercream

Get ready for a frosting that’s pinker than Elle Woods’ wardrobe and twice as sweet!

The star of the show? Freeze-dried strawberries! Pulverize those bad boys into a powder, then mix with vegan butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla. The result? A frosting that’s bursting with real strawberry flavor and zero artificial nonsense.

Warning: This frosting may cause spontaneous happy dances and declarations of undying love. Use responsibly.

True story: I once made cupcakes with this frosting for a friend’s breakup party. By the end of the night, she was saying, “Brad who?” That’s the power of good frosting, folks.

Salted Caramel Frosting

Salty and sweet, name a more iconic duo. I’ll wait.

This one’s a bit trickier, but oh so worth it. Start by making a vegan caramel sauce with coconut cream, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Let it cool, then whip it into a classic buttercream base. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and try not to swoon.

Confession time: I may or may not have eaten this straight out of the bowl while binge-watching “The Great British Bake Off.” It was a judgment-free zone, okay?

Pro tip: This frosting pairs amazingly well with apple cake. It’s like fall in your mouth, minus the pumpkin spice overload.

Matcha Green Tea Frosting

Get ready to feel like a zen master of frosting with this green goddess!

Mix matcha powder with vegan butter, powdered sugar, and a touch of vanilla. The result? A frosting that’s earthy, slightly bitter, and oh-so-sophisticated.

This frosting is perfect for those times when you want to feel fancy AF. Serve it on cupcakes at your next book club meeting and watch your friends’ jaws drop. They’ll think you’ve gone all Great British Bake Off on them!

Fun fact: I once used this to frost a chocolate cake, and it looked like a forest floor. In a good way, I promise. It was very Tolkien-esque.

Peanut Butter Frosting

Peanut butter lovers, this one’s for you! It’s time to get nutty.

Whip together creamy peanut butter, vegan butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of plant milk. The result? A frosting so good, you’ll want to face-plant right into the bowl.

Word of caution: This frosting may cause temporary inability to speak as your mouth will be too busy doing a happy dance.

I once made this for my dog’s birthday cake (yes, I’m that person). Let’s just say both the human and canine guests were fighting over the leftovers. No shame in our game!

Avocado Chocolate Frosting

Now, before you run away screaming “Avocado in my dessert? Sacrilege!” hear me out. This frosting is about to rock your world.

Blend ripe avocados with cocoa powder, maple syrup, and a touch of vanilla. The result? A frosting that’s rich, chocolatey, and secretly healthy(ish).

This frosting is perfect for those times when you want to feel virtuous about eating cake. Because let’s face it, if there’s avocado involved, it’s practically a salad, right?

True story: I once served this at a dinner party without telling anyone about the secret ingredient. The looks on their faces when I revealed the truth? Priceless. It was like I’d just performed a magic trick, but with frosting.

And there you have it, folks! Eight vegan frostings that’ll make your cakes sing, your cupcakes dance, and your taste buds throw a party. Whether you’re a chocolate fiend, a fruit fanatic, or a matcha maniac, there’s a frosting here with your name on it.

Remember, frosting is more than just a topping – it’s an art form, a mood lifter, and sometimes, let’s be honest, a meal replacement (we’ve all been there). So don’t be afraid to experiment, lick the spoon, and spread that frosting with abandon!

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a date with a bowl of leftover peanut butter frosting and a spoon. Don’t judge me, you know you want to do it too. Happy frosting, my sweet-toothed friends! 🍰🧁🎂