An all-purpose cream cheese frosting that isn’t over the top sweet. It’s smooth and creamy, spreadable, and holds it’s shape but isn’t too stiff.
Cream Cheese Frosting
An all-purpose cream cheese frosting that isn't over the top sweet. It's smooth and creamy, spreadable, and holds it's shape but isn't too stiff.
Prep Time15 mins
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese softened (2 blocks) see note
- 8 tbsp butter softened (1 stick)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- With a hand-mixer or a stand-mixer beat softened cream cheese with softened butter until it starts to whip up into a lighter mixture. About 3-5 minutes.
- Slowly add powdered sugar, then vanilla. Continue to beat until smooth.
Notes
The cream cheese must be completely softened to prevent lumps. The frosting can be used right away or it can be refrigerated. If it's chilled, it will stiffen a bit. Bringing it more to room temperature will soften it.
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