Professional Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting
Elevate your baked creations with this luscious Professional Cream Cheese Buttercream Frosting, a dreamy blend of rich cream cheese, silky butter, and perfectly balanced sweetness. This versatile recipe combines classic cream cheese frosting flavors with the whipped, airy texture of buttercream, making it ideal for frosting cakes, cupcakes, and more. With just 6 simple ingredients—including a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor and optional heavy cream for the perfect consistency—it comes together in just 15 minutes. Whipped to perfection for a light, creamy finish, this frosting is easy to make, pipeable, and holds beautifully. Whether you're decorating an elegant wedding cake or simply topping your favorite cupcakes, this frosting guarantees professional-quality results every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for consistency adjustment)
Instructions
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a large mixing bowl using a hand mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Add the softened cream cheese to the whipped butter and continue to beat on medium speed for another 2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until both ingredients are fully combined and creamy.
Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to the mixture, and mix on low speed just until incorporated.
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition to prevent the sugar from puffing out of the bowl. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Once all the powdered sugar has been incorporated, increase the mixer speed to medium-high and whip the frosting for 2-3 minutes until light, fluffy, and smooth.
If the frosting is too thick, add heavy cream 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing after each addition until the desired consistency is achieved.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other baked goods, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow refrigerated frosting to come to room temperature and re-whip before using for best results.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4631 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 282.2 g | 362% | |
| Saturated Fat | 176.3 g | 882% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 802 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 921 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 515.0 g | 187% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 496.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 297 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 291 mg | 6% | |
*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.
