My Famous Cream Cheese Frosting
Elevate your baking game with "My Famous Cream Cheese Frosting," a luscious, velvety topping that’s perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. This quick and easy frosting recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, blending softened cream cheese and unsalted butter for a creamy base that’s whipped to perfection. Sweetened with powdered sugar and flavored with a splash of vanilla extract and a hint of salt, this frosting strikes the perfect balance between rich and sweet with a light, airy texture. Whether you're spreading it onto a layer cake or piping it onto cupcakes, this versatile, foolproof recipe will be your go-to for any celebration. Use it fresh or make it ahead—just refrigerate and re-whip before indulging!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz (softened) Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup (softened) Unsalted butter
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.125 tsp Salt
Instructions
Place the cream cheese and unsalted butter into a large mixing bowl. Ensure both are softened to room temperature for easier blending.
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and butter together on medium speed until completely smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually sift in the powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud. Continue until all the powdered sugar is incorporated.
Add the vanilla extract and salt, then increase the mixer speed to medium-high. Beat the frosting until it is light, creamy, and velvety, about 1-2 additional minutes.
Taste the frosting and adjust sweetness or salt if needed, adding a pinch more salt or an extra splash of vanilla for flavor balance, if desired.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Let chilled frosting come to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3093 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.0 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.8 g | 369% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 353 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 1026 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 492.6 g | 179% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 479.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 339 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.
