Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting. Perfect for topping off your favorite cupcakes, cakes, or sweet treats!
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add Flavorings: Add the vanilla extract and salt, mixing until incorporated.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable.
- Finalize: Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed. Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use, bringing back to room temperature before spreading.
Notes
- This frosting pairs perfectly with cupcakes, layer cakes, cinnamon rolls, or cookies.
- For a stiffer consistency, add more powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
