Best Ever Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
This Best Ever Cream Cheese Frosting recipe delivers a smooth, creamy, and perfectly sweet topping ideal for cakes, cupcakes, and desserts. Combining rich cream cheese and butter with a touch of vanilla or lemon, it creates a versatile frosting that is fluffy yet stable, balancing sweetness and tanginess beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Enough frosting for a 9-inch cake or about 24 cupcakes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Frosting Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 to 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or lemon juice and lemon zest as an alternative)
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare base mixture: Combine the cream cheese and softened butter in a mixing bowl. Using a mixer on medium speed, beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add flavoring: Mix in the vanilla extract or, if preferred, lemon juice and lemon zest for a citrus twist. This adds depth to the frosting’s flavor.
- Incorporate powdered sugar and salt: Gradually add the powdered sugar and salt a little at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed to incorporate everything evenly. Continue beating on medium speed until the frosting becomes light and fluffy. Avoid overmixing as it can affect the texture.
- Storage: Transfer the frosting to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Before using, bring it to room temperature and re-whip if necessary for the best texture.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- Adjust the powdered sugar amount based on your sweetness preference and desired consistency.
- For a zestier flavor, substitute vanilla with lemon juice and add lemon zest.
- Do not overbeat the frosting to prevent it from becoming too soft and losing structure.
- Store refrigerated in an airtight container and rewhip before use if it has been stored.
Keywords: Cream Cheese Frosting, Easy Frosting, Homemade Frosting, Cake Frosting, Cupcake Frosting, Cream Cheese Buttercream
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