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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
1/4 cup softened cream cheese
1/2 cup softened butter
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups powdered 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

Soften 1/4 cup cream cheese in the microwave or let it sit at room temperature.

2

Soften 1/2 cup butter in the same way.

3

Add 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla to the cream cheese and butter.

4

Cream all the ingredients together until well combined.

5

Gradually add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar to the mixture.

6

Mix until the frosting is smooth and creamy.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cream Cheese FrostingSalted Frosting

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