Vanilla Bean And Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Indulge your senses with this heavenly Vanilla Bean Cream Cheese Frosting! This decadent recipe, inspired by Katie's blog "Chaos in the Kitchen," is unbelievably creamy and bursting with vanilla flavor. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or even as a delicious spread, this frosting is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Easy to make in just 10 minutes, it's the perfect finishing touch for your next baking creation. Check out Katie's other amazing recipes!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 159.6 kcal

Protein 1g

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Ingredients for Vanilla Bean And Cream Cheese Frosting

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste)
3 cups powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
1 tablespoon milk or cream

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How to Make Vanilla Bean And Cream Cheese Frosting

In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated.
Stir in the vanilla extract, milk (or cream), and vanilla bean seeds (or paste).
Beat on medium speed for another 2-3 minutes until the frosting is light, fluffy, and well combined.
Taste and adjust sweetness or vanilla flavor as desired. Add more powdered sugar for a thicker consistency or a little more milk for a thinner consistency.
Frost your favorite baked goods and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

34g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vanilla Bean And Cream Cheese Frosting?

Vanilla Bean And Cream Cheese Frosting takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vanilla Bean And Cream Cheese Frosting?

Vanilla Bean And Cream Cheese Frosting has approximately 159.6 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vanilla Bean And Cream Cheese Frosting?

The key ingredients for Vanilla Bean And Cream Cheese Frosting are Cream Cheese, Unsalted Butter, Vanilla Extract, Vanilla Bean, Powdered Sugar, 1 tablespoon milk or cream. See the full list with measurements above.