Cannabis Infused Cream Cheese Frosting: Best 3-Step Recipe

This cannabis infused cream cheese frosting recipe is the finishing touch every infused cake, cheesecake, or cupcake needs. Made with cannabutter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, it comes together in minutes. The half recipe below covers one 8–9 inch cake or about 12 cupcakes — double or quadruple it as needed.

Cannabis Infused Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients (Half Recipe)

• ¼ cup (57g) cannabutter, softened
• 4 oz (113g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ⅛ tsp salt
• 2 cups powdered sugar (icing sugar)
• Optional: ½ tbsp cornstarch (to thicken)
• Optional: 5 drops green food coloring (cannabis theme)

This is a cannabis cream cheese frosting with cannabutter as the base. Make sure both the cannabutter and cream cheese are softened before you start — cold ingredients do not cream together smoothly.

How to Make Cannabis Infused Cream Cheese Frosting: 3 Steps

Step 1: Cream the Base

Add the softened cannabutter and cream cheese to a large mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat them together until smooth and creamy. Use a larger bowl than you think you need — when you add the powdered sugar later, a bigger bowl keeps the mess contained.

Step 2: Add Vanilla, Salt, and Infused Cream Cheese Frosting Powdered Sugar

Add the vanilla extract and salt to the bowl. Then add the infused cream cheese frosting powdered sugar gradually — a little at a time, mixing gently before turning the mixer up to full speed. Adding it all at once creates a cloud of sugar everywhere.

Mix on medium-high until everything is fully combined and fluffy. Scrape the sides of the bowl as you go to make sure all the sugar is incorporated.

Step 3: Adjust Consistency

Check the texture. If you want a stiffer frosting — ideal for piping — adjust the cannabis frosting consistency with cornstarch: start with half a tablespoon and mix in fully before adding more. Cornstarch thickens without adding extra sweetness, unlike more powdered sugar.

If the frosting is too thick, add a small splash of milk and mix again. Adjust until you reach the texture you want.

Green Cannabis Cream Cheese Frosting

For a fun cannabis-themed presentation, try green cannabis cream cheese frosting food coloring. Add about 5 drops of green food coloring to the finished frosting and mix until the color is even. Start with fewer drops and add more until you reach the shade of green you like.

The green frosting looks great on red velvet cake, chocolate cupcakes, or cannabis-themed holiday cookies. Store covered in the fridge and use within 3–5 days.

Tips for the Best Results

• Soften everything first — cold cannabutter or cream cheese will not blend smoothly and can leave lumps.
• Add powdered sugar gradually — this prevents a powdery explosion and helps everything incorporate evenly.
• Use a large bowl — more space means less mess when the mixer is running at speed.
• Double the recipe — this half recipe covers one cake or 12 cupcakes. Double it for a two-layer cake or a full batch of cookies.
• Dose carefully — this frosting contains cannabutter. Keep it clearly labelled and away from children and pets.