Cream Cheese Frosting

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Cream Cheese Frosting
10 min.
10
416kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Cream Cheese Frosting, an essential addition to any cake or dessert that’s sure to impress your family and guests. This rich and velvety icing combines the tangy flavor of cream cheese with the sweetness of powdered sugar, creating a heavenly topping that complements a variety of baked goods, from classic red velvet cakes to moist carrot cakes and even brownies.

Preparing this frosting is not only quick and easy—taking just 10 minutes—but it’s also versatile and can be made gluten-free and vegetarian, making it a perfect choice for any dietary preferences. Picture this: a fluffy mound of perfectly whipped cream cheese frosting spreading effortlessly on your favorite cake or cupcake, transforming even the simplest of treats into a gourmet masterpiece.

With only four straightforward ingredients, you’ll have a luscious batch ready in no time. So, gather your cream cheese, unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract, and let your stand mixer do most of the work. In just a few moments, you’ll be frosting like a pro and ready to elevate your dessert game. Don’t just settle for store-bought—master this delightful Cream Cheese Frosting recipe and watch as it steals the spotlight at your next gathering!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • cups powdered sugar sifted
  • cup butter unsalted softened
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • stand mixer

Directions

  1. Place first 3 ingredients in the bowl of a heavy-duty electric stand mixer, and beat at medium speed using the paddle attachment until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating at low speed until blended after each addition. Beat at medium-high speed 3 minutes or until light and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts

Calories416kcal
Protein2.81%
Fat72.18%
Carbs25.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.7
Glycemic Load
0.68
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
3.1543478473373%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:416.03kcal
20.8%
Fat:34.02g
52.33%
Saturated Fat:20.82g
130.14%
Carbohydrates:26.52g
8.84%
Net Carbohydrates:26.52g
9.64%
Sugar:25.24g
28.05%
Cholesterol:94.62mg
31.54%
Sodium:145.44mg
6.32%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:0.19%
100%
Protein:2.98g
5.97%
Vitamin A:1176.45IU
23.53%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.88%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.11%
Selenium:4.27µg
6.1%
Phosphorus:54.01mg
5.4%
Calcium:49.73mg
4.97%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.84%
Vitamin K:2.54µg
2.42%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.31%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.27%
Potassium:66.39mg
1.9%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.67%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.31%
Folate:4.76µg
1.19%
Magnesium:4.58mg
1.15%
Source:My Recipes