Is it safe to consume a cream cheese frosted cake that I accidentally left out overnight? In the chaos of preparing for my daughter’s birthday, I only noticed at 6 am today that the cake had been left on the counter. It’s been approximately 22 hours since it was removed from the fridge. Can we still enjoy it? I put a lot of effort into making it, and I’m feeling really disheartened right now 
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Cream cheese frosting should be refrigerated and not left out at room temperature for more than two hours for safety reasons. Leaving it out overnight, especially for as long as 22 hours, makes it susceptible to becoming a breeding ground for bacteria.
While it’s disheartening to not be able to enjoy the cake you worked hard on, it is important to prioritize health and safety. It would be best to avoid consuming the cake to prevent any risk of foodborne illness.
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According to food safety guidelines, cream cheese shouldn’t be at room temperature for more than two hours because bacteria can grow. If you’re concerned, it’s best to err on the side of caution.
Sarah for me, i can say yes. Cream cheese frosting can go off easily, so it’s best to keep it in the fridge. But if you leave it out for a couple of hours, it’s still safe to eat with your cake without needing it to be cold.
Most likely, You should not have any issues unless your residence is extremely warm. Not that I’m quoting myself, but I think sugar helps keep things somewhat preserved. I should have known better when I initially started baking because I ate the cream cheese frosting at room temperature after a few days and it was still delicious. I would go ahead and take it if nothing appears strange.