Awesome Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably creamy and dreamy cream cheese frosting! Perfect for birthdays, Mother's Day, or any celebration, this easy-to-make recipe delivers rich, tangy flavor that will elevate your cakes and cupcakes to the next level. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 184 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 1.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Awesome Cream Cheese Frosting

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How to Make Awesome Cream Cheese Frosting

  1. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until completely melted.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with an electric hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually add 3 cups of powdered sugar, alternating with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, beating on low speed until combined. Then increase speed to medium-high and beat for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Cover the frosting and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to firm up slightly.
  5. Remove from the refrigerator and beat again briefly before spreading onto your favorite slightly warm cake or cupcakes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

51g

Carbs

2g