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Cream cheese buttercream frosting on the whisk attachment of a stand mixer.

Perfect Cream Cheese Frosting

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Keyword: buttercream, cakes, cinnamon rolls, cookies, cream cheese, cream cheese buttercream frosting, cream cheese frosting, cupcakes, frosting
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 3 Cups
Author: mindymoser

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Butter softened
  • 8 Ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 4 Cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2-4 Tablespoons Milk or Heavy Cream

Instructions

  • Place the softened butter in the bowl of a stand mixer with a whisk attachment.
  • Whip the butter for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the softened cream cheese and beat for 1 minute.
  • Mix in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating in between.
  • Add the vanilla extract and whip the frosting for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  • If your frosting is too thick, add milk or cream 1 tablespoon at a time, until your desired consistency is reached.
  • Serve with your favorite baked goods like cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, cakes, and cookies.