Cream Cheese Frosting
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Cream Cheese Frosting
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Cream Cheese Frosting is a smooth, rich icing made from cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla. It thickens to a spreadable consistency and is balanced with a pinch of salt to enhance the sweetness. This frosting provides a creamy topping suitable for cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts.
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This Cream Cheese Frosting uses softened cream cheese and butter beaten together until smooth, creating a creamy base. Powdered sugar is gradually incorporated to reach the desired sweetness and thickness, while vanilla adds subtle flavor. A small added pinch of salt balances the overall sweetness and deepens the taste profile.
The frosting achieves a spreadable, smooth texture ideal for frosting cakes or cupcakes. It can be adjusted by adding more powdered sugar for a firmer consistency if needed. Once made, it holds well in the refrigerator for up to three days, making it convenient for preparing ahead.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese full-fat, block-style, softened slightly
- 4 tablespoons butter at room temperature, unsalted
- 4 cups powdered sugar more for a stiffer frosting, sifted if lumpy
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- salt to taste, sea salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla and mix until smooth, stopping and scraping down the sides of the bowl with a spatula as needed. For a stiffer frosting, beat in additional powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency. Taste and adjust, adding a pinch of salt if needed.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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