Cream Cheese Frosting
Take your cakes and desserts to the next level with this easy cream cheese frosting recipe! Smooth, creamy, and perfectly tangy, it’s the ultimate topping for red velvet, carrot cakes, cupcakes, and more. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this frosting comes together in minutes and is easy to perfect, even for beginners. Download the recipe now and whip up a rich, delicious cream cheese frosting like a pro!
Ingredients
- 226 grams of full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 113 grams of unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 375 grams of powdered sugar
- 5 ml of vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Soften Ingredients: Ensure both the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- Mix Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together using an electric mixer (medium speed) until smooth and creamy. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Vanilla and Salt: Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt (if using). Mix until well incorporated.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition. Once all the sugar is added, increase the speed to medium-high and beat until the frosting is fluffy and smooth (about 1-2 minutes).
- Adjust Consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add 1-2 teaspoons of milk to thin it out slightly. If it's too thin, mix in a bit more powdered sugar until you reach your desired consistency.
- Use Immediately: Spread or pipe the frosting onto your favorite cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. If not using right away, refrigerate the frosting in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Allow it to soften at room temperature before using.
Notes
Number of servings:
In general, frosting like this can be used to cover about 12-15 cupcakes or 1 large cake (standard size, like a 9-inch cake).Estimate per serving:
If the frosting is used for about 12 cupcakes, each serving would be about 288 calories.If used for 15 servings (e.g., a medium-sized cake), that would be about 231 calories per serving. Of course, these numbers can vary depending on how much you put on each cake or cupcake, but this is a good starting point.