Ingredients
1 c. cream cheese, at room temperature
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 c. confectioners’ sugar
Preparation
Step 1In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together cream cheese and butter, scraping down sides of the bowl as needed, until completely smooth. Add vanilla and beat to incorporate.Step 2Turn off mixer and sift in confectioners’ sugar 1 cup at a time; beat on low speed to start, then increase speed to medium to incorporate each addition. Scrape down sides of bowl and continue adding sugar and mixing until frosting is completely smooth.
—Rainbow sprinkles = Funfetti frosting —Finely ground espresso powder + cocoa powder = Mocha frosting —Orange zest + vanilla bean = Creamsicle frosting —Chopped mint + lime zest = Mojito frosting Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5-7 days or freeze it for up to 6 weeks.Have you made this yet? Let us know how it went in the comments below! Editor’s Note: The introduction to this recipe was updated on May 20th, 2022, to include more information about the dish.
