Thick & Fluffy Cream Cheese Frosting
This thick and fluffy cream cheese frosting is a classic, versatile buttercream perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and sandwich cookies. It's sweet, slightly tangy, sturdy, and holds its shape when piped. With only 4 simple ingredients, this icing will be your go-to for years to come.
Equipment
- 1 5-quart stand mixer or electric handheld mixer
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Ingredients
- 114 grams unsalted butter room temperature
- 227 grams full-fat cream cheese room temperature
- 480 grams powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Beat softened butter and cream cheese together with a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy.114 grams unsalted butter, 227 grams full-fat cream cheese
- Gradually add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing on low until completely combined and smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.480 grams powdered sugar
- Mix in the vanilla extract on low until fully combined. Increase the speed to medium-high and whip until the frosting is light and fluffy.2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Use your cream cheese frosting to decorate cakes, cupcakes, cookies, brownies, and more!
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Notes
This recipe makes about 3 cups of frosting. 1 serving is ¼ cup.
Make sure to use room temperature butter and cream cheese so they're easy to mix.
Use a full-fat block of cream cheese. Cream cheese in a tub will be too runny.
Pulse the mixer when adding the powdered sugar until mostly combined to keep the sugar from flying out of the bowl.
Storage: Store the frosting in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Whip again with a mixer before using.
Freezing: Transfer the frosting to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using. Beat with a mixer to return to a creamy, smooth consistency.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 291.8kcalCarbohydrates: 41.1gProtein: 1.2gFat: 14.2gSaturated Fat: 8.7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.7gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 39.5mgSodium: 61.3mgPotassium: 29mgFiber: 0gSugar: 39.9gVitamin A: 491.5IUVitamin C: 0mgCalcium: 21.1mgIron: 0.05mg
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