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Silky Cream Cheese Frosting for Cakes and Cupcakes

This silky cream cheese frosting is smooth, tangy, and perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Baking, Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 181
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened; one package
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar sifted if lumpy

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer on high speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. Turn the mixer to low and gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing just until smooth. Do not overmix. Allow baked goods to cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition

Calories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 20.3gProtein: 0.6gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6.8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 25mgSugar: 20.3g

Notes

For a firmer frosting, chill it for 20 to 30 minutes before piping.
Swap in salted butter and omit any added salt for a slightly tangy finish.
Store frosted baked goods in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Make ahead by preparing the frosting, covering, and refrigerating for up to 2 days; let it soften at room temperature before using.
Avoid overmixing after adding powdered sugar, as it can thin the frosting.
Sift powdered sugar if it looks lumpy to keep the texture silky.
This cream cheese frosting pairs well with carrot cake, red velvet cake, cupcakes, and cinnamon rolls.

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