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Salted Cream Cheese Frosting

Cultural Context

Cream cheese frosting is a beloved American staple, often used to top cakes and cupcakes, especially red velvet and carrot cake. Its creamy texture and slight tang from the cream cheese create a perfect balance with sweet desserts. This frosting has become a favorite in modern baking, with variations that include additional flavors and ingredients, but the classic salted version adds a delightful contrast that enhances the overall taste.

AmericanUSdessert
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup powdered sugar (icing sugar)

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

1

Beat 3/4 cup of unsalted butter until light and fluffy.

2

Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is mixed properly.

3

Add 8 oz of cream cheese and beat until fully combined.

4

Add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix in.

5

Scrape down the sides again to incorporate all ingredients.

6

Add 3/4 cup of powdered sugar, half the amount first, mixing on low speed to avoid splashing.

7

Gradually increase the speed once fully combined, then scrape down the sides again.

8

Add the remaining powdered sugar on low speed and mix until fully combined.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cream Cheese FrostingSalted Frosting

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