Cream Cheese Frosting
This is the best cream cheese frosting with only 4 ingredients and ready in just 10 minutes! Rich, tangy and perfectly smooth, this easy frosting recipe elevates any baked good.
Servings: 16
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese , softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter , softened
- 2-3 cups powdered sugar , more as needed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: pinch of salt, food coloring
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese and 1/2 cup butter until smooth. Then add 2-3 cups powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla, and beat just until combined and fluffy. Do not over mix.
- Taste and add a pinch of salt and more vanilla if desired. You can also add 1/2 cup more powdered sugar if you'd like it a little sweeter or thicker.
- Store in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Notes
- If using this recipe to frost perfect cupcakes, I suggest adding an additional 1-2 cups of powdered sugar and make sure not to soften the butter or cream cheese too much. This will help the frosting hold it's shape.
- If you'd like to make chocolate variation, add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder with the sugar and mix until combined.
Nutrition
Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 46mg | Potassium: 19mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 370IU | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.1mg
