Cream cheese frosting recipe
Cream cheese frosting is a rich, tangy, and creamy frosting that pairs perfectly with cakes, cupcakes, and more. This recipe creates a smooth, pipeable consistency with just the right amount of sweetness. With cold cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla, you’ll have a foolproof frosting that’s easy to make and absolutely delicious!
Equipment
- Stand mixer Or electric beater
Ingredients
- 8 oz 225g cold cream cheese
- ½ cup 115g unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups 240g powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt balances sweetness!
Instructions
- Beat the butter – In a bowl, beat softened butter for 1-2 minutes until creamy and pale.
- Add the cold cream cheese – Beat on low speed just until combined (don’t overmix!).
- Sift in powdered sugar – Add gradually while beating on low.
- Add vanilla & salt – Mix until smooth and fluffy.
- Chill for 10-15 minutes before using if needed!
Notes
✔️ Use cold cream cheese for a thick, pipeable texture.
✔️ Sift powdered sugar to avoid lumps.
✔️ Chill for 10-15 minutes if frosting is too soft.
✔️ For a stiffer frosting, add ¼ cup more powdered sugar.
✔️ Avoid overbeating, or it may turn runny.
✔️ Sift powdered sugar to avoid lumps.
✔️ Chill for 10-15 minutes if frosting is too soft.
✔️ For a stiffer frosting, add ¼ cup more powdered sugar.
✔️ Avoid overbeating, or it may turn runny.
Nutrition
Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 50mg | Sugar: 14g