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cream cheese frosting in mixing bowl

How to Make Cream Cheese Frosting

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  • Author: Ashlea Carver
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 3 cups 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Learn how to make cream cheese frosting with this step-by-step guide. With just five ingredients, you’ll have deliciously sweet and creamy homemade frosting to use on all your favorite recipes! 


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 cups confectioner’s sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Add the cream cheese and butter to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Cream the butter and cream cheese together on high until smooth and creamy.
  3. Next, add the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat the frosting on low speed for around 30 seconds to incorporate and then increase to high speed.
  4. Beat the frosting on high for around 2 minutes until fluffy.