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Homemade Cream Cheese Frosting
Homemade Cream cheese frosting
is a delicious twist on a traditional frosting. This sweet and tangy frosting is thick and creamy and pairs great with just about any dessert, including quick breads, cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
Prep Time
15
minutes
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Cook Time
0
minutes
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Total Time
15
minutes
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Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
cream cheese frosting
Servings:
1
Author:
Jill
Ingredients
2
8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
½
cup
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
6-8
cups
powdered sugar
sifted
1-2
teaspoons
vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl add cream cheese, and beat until smooth
Add in butter, an beat butter until smooth
Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing in between each addition
Beat until smooth
Beat in vanilla until smooth
Frost cupcakes or cake
Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3-4 days in a covered container
Notes
This is the amount for a layered cake or a large amount of cupcakes. You can cut the recipe in half if needed for a smaller amount.