Heavenly Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients

- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
Ensure that both the cream cheese and unsalted butter are softened to room temperature for easy mixing.

2. Cream the Butter and Cream Cheese (PT5M; 5 minutes):
In a medium-sized saucepan over low heat, combine the cream cheese and butter. Stir continuously to achieve a smooth consistency without any lumps.

3. Add Vanilla Extract (PT1M; 1 minute):
Pour in the vanilla extract, blending it thoroughly with the creamy mixture.

4. Incorporate Powdered Sugar (PT5M; 5 minutes):
Gradually add the powdered sugar, about one cup at a time. Stir continuously until each addition is fully incorporated before adding more, maintaining a smooth texture.

5. Adjust the Consistency with Cream (PT2M; 2 minutes):
Slowly introduce the heavy cream to the mixture, stirring to achieve your desired consistency. For a smoother frosting, add a little more cream.

6. Final Mix and Cool (PT5M; 5 minutes):
Stir everything together till you achieve a glossy and creamy frosting. Once done, remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly before use.

7. Serving Suggestion:
Spread over your favorite baked goods, such as cupcakes, cakes, or cookies. Enjoy the delightfully creamy and rich vanilla flavor that elevates any dessert.

Total Time

PT18M
18 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Keywords

Cream cheese frosting, vanilla frosting, dessert topping, homemade frosting, easy frosting recipe, creamy dessert topping, stovetop frosting, simple icing, no-bake icing, vanilla icing

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Exact Total Calories: 2340 calories

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