Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Soft and tangy Cream Cheese Frosting that can be whipped up in under 15 minutes without the need for an oven.
Ingredients
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar sifted
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch fine sea salt balances the sweetness
- 1-2 tbsp full-fat Greek yogurt optional for extra tang
Instructions
- Combine cream cheese and butter in a stand mixer bowl or use a hand mixer. Mix until pale and airy.
- Gradually add and mix in the confectioners’ sugar. Scrape the sides to ensure even mixing.
- Add vanilla extract and salt. Adjust sweetness or tanginess by stirring in Greek yogurt if needed.
- Chill the frosting if too loose, or add milk/cream if too stiff.
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag or use an offset spatula to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cinnamon rolls.
Notes
Set cream cheese and butter on the counter 30–45 minutes before mixing for lighter texture. Sifting sugar ensures smooth, fluffy frosting.
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