3-4cupsConfectioners Sugardepending on how sweet you like it
2teaspoonsVanilla
¼teaspoonSalt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl or a Kitchen Aid, cream together the butter and cream cheese until they are fully incorporated together and the mixture is lump free.
Add vanilla and salt; mix together until smooth!
Slowly add the 4 cups of confectioners sugar to the butter and cream cheese mixture. If using a Kitchen Aid, I put it on the lowest speed setting and then add the confectioners sugar slowly. If using a hand mixer, I start by adding 2 cups of the confectioners sugar and mix it in at the slowest speed. Then add 1 more cup and combine. Then add the last cup and combine.
Feel free to add a little less or a little more of the 4 cups of confectioners sugar. You can choose the consistency you want. See the notes for more information on this.
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Notes
EASY CREAM CHEESE FROSTING RECIPE VARIATIONS
Another bonus of this recipe is that it’s super easy to create variations that will compliment your different cake and dessert flavors! Here are a few of my favorite variations that I’ve tried!
Citrus Zest Cream Cheese Frosting: Add the finely grated zest of 1 lemon, lime, or orange to the basic cream cheese frosting for a burst of citrusy freshness.
Maple Cream Cheese Frosting: Substitute the vanilla extract with pure maple syrup. The depth of maple pairs wonderfully with the tang of cream cheese.
Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting: Melt 4 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate and cool slightly. Mix it into your frosting for a chocolatey twist.
Coconut Cream Cheese Frosting: Mix in ½ cup of shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened based on preference) for a tropical flavor.
Berry Cream Cheese Frosting: Blend or puree ¼ cup of your favorite berries (like raspberries, strawberries, or blueberries) and mix it into the frosting. Make sure to strain to remove any seeds.
HOW TO USE THIS RECIPE FOR CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
This Cream Cheese Frosting recipe is your golden ticket to elevating a multitude of desserts.
Cakes: Its silky texture makes it perfect for smoothly frosting over cakes, be they layered or sheet style.
Cupcakes: If cupcakes are more your speed, use a piping bag to swirl on a generous helping, creating a cloud of creamy goodness atop each one.
Brownies: Beyond the traditional, consider slathering it over brownies for an indulgent treat!
Cookies: Sandwiching the frosting between cookies is a delight. Or you could also pipe it using a smaller tip on top of cookies!
Bars & Loaves: This is a perfect topping to bars and loaves! Just spread over the top and enjoy!