Light Cream Cheese Icing
Elevate your baked treats with this luscious yet light cream cheese icing, a perfect balance of creamy and sweet. Made with just five simple ingredients—including rich cream cheese, unsalted butter, and a touch of vanilla extract—this versatile icing has a smooth, fluffy texture that’s ideal for frosting cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe allows you to achieve bakery-quality results at home. Plus, the consistency can be effortlessly adjusted with a splash of milk, making it perfect for spreading or piping. Whether you're topping off a classic carrot cake or dressing up your favorite cupcakes, this light cream cheese icing is the ultimate finishing touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 225 grams Cream cheese
- 60 grams Unsalted butter
- 120 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Milk (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
1. Ensure the cream cheese and unsalted butter are softened to room temperature. This allows for easier mixing and ensures a smoother icing.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and butter. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the powdered sugar gradually, about 30 grams at a time, while continuing to mix on low speed. This prevents the sugar from puffing out of the bowl.
4. Once all the powdered sugar is incorporated, add the vanilla extract. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for another 1-2 minutes until the icing is light, fluffy, and fully combined.
5. If the icing is too thick for your preference, add milk sparingly, a teaspoon at a time, mixing well after each addition until you achieve your desired consistency.
6. Use immediately to frost your cakes, cupcakes, or other baked goods. The icing can also be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow it to come to room temperature and re-whip if necessary before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.1 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.6 g | 378% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 361 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 724 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.5 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.1 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 345 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
