Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of this delectable Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies, this luscious frosting will elevate your baked goods to a whole new level.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 1/2 to 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add Flavorings: Add the vanilla extract and salt, and mix until combined.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition until desired sweetness and consistency are reached.
- Beat Until Fluffy: Beat for an additional 1–2 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Ready to Use: Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
- For a stiffer frosting (ideal for piping), use the full 4 cups of powdered sugar.
- Bring frosting to room temperature and re-whip before using if chilled.
- For added flavor, try adding almond extract or lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
