Description
Cream cheese frosting is a delightful blend of tangy and sweet, perfect for cakes and cupcakes. This easy-to-make frosting features a creamy texture that elevates any dessert. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this recipe promises to be your new favorite. It’s versatile enough for classic flavors or adventurous variations, making it a must-have in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes.
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud until fully incorporated.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- If desired, drizzle in heavy cream while mixing to reach your preferred consistency.
- Spread or pipe the frosting onto cooled cakes or cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg