Description
This classic cream cheese frosting is luxuriously smooth with just the right balance of tang and sweetness. It pairs beautifully with everything from carrot cake and red velvet to sugar cookies and cinnamon rolls. Simple, reliable, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups confectioners’ sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt (optional, enhances flavor)
Instructions
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy.
Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in vanilla extract and salt (if using).
Beat for 2–3 minutes until light, fluffy, and fully blended.
Optional Twists:
Add 1–2 teaspoons lemon zest or juice for a citrus twist
Use almond extract instead of vanilla for a nutty depth
Fold in a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth
Whip longer for a lighter texture, or chill slightly before piping
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 140 per 2 tbsp
- Sugar: 18g per 2 tbsp
- Sodium: 55mg / per 2 tbsp
- Fat: 7g per 2 tbsp
- Carbohydrates: 19g per 2 tbsp
- Protein: 1g per 2 tbsp