Go Back
Cookie dough frosting on top of a chocolate cupcake. The cupcake is being held up by a hand against a white wall.

Cookie Dough Frosting

Are you ready for the ultimate dessert inception? Cookie dough frosting is the perfect topper for your desserts and may change your life.
5 from 1 vote
Print Pin
Calories: 1618kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup salted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup all purpose flour (heat treated)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Add the flour to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 45 seconds or until the flour reaches 160° F on an instant read thermometer. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer (using the whisk attachment) or with an electric hand mixer, combine the butter and brown sugar, mixing for at least 5 minutes.
  • Scrape the sides of the bowl and mix in the vanilla until combined.
  • Add in flour and salt, mixing until well combined.
  • Add in half of the heavy cream, mixing until evenly distributed.
  • Add the powdered sugar and as the powdered sugar is mixing in, add the remaining heavy cream. Mix until smooth.
  • Fold in the mini chocolate chips and spread on your favorite cupcake, brownie or cookie.
Find Cookies for Days on Instagram!Follow @cookiesfordaaays for new recipes daily!

Nutrition

Calories: 1618kcal | Carbohydrates: 292g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 31g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 1279mg | Potassium: 230mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 283g | Vitamin A: 1368IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 2mg