Description
This creamy cream cheese frosting is a delightful blend of smooth texture and rich vanilla flavor, making it the perfect topping for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Easy to make and customizable, it adds a delicious touch to any dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups (480 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients. Make sure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for smooth blending.
- Beat the Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula to ensure everything is well combined.
- Add the Butter: Add the softened unsalted butter to the bowl. Continue to beat on medium speed until fully combined and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. The mixture should be light in color and texture.
- Incorporate the Vanilla: Pour in the vanilla extract and mix for an additional 30 seconds to evenly distribute the flavor.
- Add the Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed to prevent a sugar cloud. Once all sugar is added, increase to medium speed and beat until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. If too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Check the Consistency: The frosting should be thick enough to hold its shape but still spreadable. Adjust with more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
- Taste Test: Taste your frosting! If you want it sweeter, add more powdered sugar or a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
Notes
- Always use room temperature cream cheese and butter for the best results.
- Adjust sweetness and consistency to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes