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The Best Homemade Cream Cheese Frosting
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The Best Homemade Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

This rich and creamy frosting is the perfect topping for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Made with smooth cream cheese and butter, it’s sweet, tangy, and incredibly easy to make. Whip it up in minutes for a decadent finish to any dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  4. Beat on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  5. Spread immediately on cakes or cupcakes, or refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

  • For a firmer frosting, chill for 15–20 minutes before spreading.

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