Butter Cream Cheese Frosting is the ultimate blend of creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors, making it a versatile and beloved topping for a variety of baked goods. This frosting combines the richness of cream cheese with the smooth, buttery texture of traditional buttercream, creating a luxurious and perfectly balanced treat. It’s the ideal choice for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or even as a dip for fresh fruits.
Its tangy notes complement rich, spiced cakes like carrot or red velvet, while its silky texture makes it perfect for spreading or piping into decorative designs. Whether you’re baking for a celebration or simply indulging your sweet tooth, this frosting will elevate any dessert to a whole new level of decadence. Easy to make with just a handful of ingredients, it’s a go-to recipe for both beginners and experienced bakers. Versatile, flavorful, and indulgent, Butter Cream Cheese Frosting is a timeless classic that adds a touch of elegance to every bite.
SERVINGS: Frosting for a 2-layer cake, 24 cupcakes or a 9x13-inch one layer cake
PREP TIME: 10 MIN
TOTAL TIME: 10 MIN
INGREDIENTS
One 8-ounce package of softened cream cheese
1/2 Cup softened butter
2 Teaspoons vanilla extract
4+ Cups of powdered sugar (confectioners)
DIRECTIONS
Place softened cream cheese in a mixer. Beat on medium high until light and fluffy.
Add softened butter to the cream cheese and blend together.
Add vanilla extract. Blend on low for about for about 30 seconds.
Add half of the powdered sugar. Mix on low until it is nicely combined in the cream cheese and butter mixture.
Add the other half of the powdered sugar. Blend on low for about 30 seconds. Then blend on medium high until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Add more powdered sugar if needed. Consistency should be light and fluffy.
Frost for any cake, cupcake, or pastry. Enjoy!
NOTES:
You can refrigerate for a couple of weeks. Be sure to thaw on the counter. Use a mixer to beat the frosting. Then apply the frosting.
After frosting, you can place in the refrigerator until ready to eat. Remove from the refrigerator about half an hour before serving.
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