Cream Cheese Frosting
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5
Cream Cheese Frosting
Description
This frosting starts by beating softened cream cheese with butter until smooth, then mixing in vanilla. Powdered sugar is added gradually while beating thoroughly to ensure a creamy, lump-free texture. The result is a classic cream cheese frosting that is thick enough to hold its shape yet soft and spreadable.
The frosting can be varied by adjusting the sugar or butter ratios to reach desired thickness or sweetness. Add-ins like cinnamon or cocoa powder can customize flavors, while vegan versions substitute plant-based ingredients. This frosting is commonly used to top cakes, cupcakes, and cinnamon rolls.
It can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to a week or frozen for three months, with thawing and softening before use. Using unsalted butter may require a pinch of salt for balance.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese , softened
- ½ cup butter , softened*
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth, about 2 minutes. Mix in vanilla.
- Add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well. For best results, beat frosting for several minutes, to make it extra smooth and fluffy/creamy in texture.
- Use to frost cakes, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, cookies and cookie bars.
Notes
- This recipe makes about 3 cups, enough for a 9x13" cake, two layers, or 12-18 cupcakes.
- For thicker frosting, add more powdered sugar or a small amount of cornstarch without increasing sweetness.
- To thin frosting, add a splash of milk, evaporated milk, or cream as needed.
- Variations include adding cinnamon for spice or cocoa powder for chocolate flavor.
- Vegan versions can be made using vegan butter and cream cheese substitutes.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to one week, allowing 20-30 minutes to soften before use.
- Freeze in airtight containers up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and soften before applying.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 271 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 271kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 121mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 28mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 35g | 70% |
| Vitamin A | 490IU | 10% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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