Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Cream Cheese Frosting is a delicious combination of softened butter, cream cheese, vanilla and powdered sugar. This cream cheese frosting recipe is our favorite for carrot cake, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls and more.

We also love this simple buttercream frosting for frosting cookies.

Cream Cheese Frosting

This homemade frosting recipe is so easy to make and only takes 4 ingredients. If I had to choose between a good old buttercream or cream cheese frosting, I would choose cream cheese every time!

I love the slight tanginess of the cream cheese. This frosting also holds up really well and has a great texture for frosting cakes, cupcakes or cookies.

How to make Cream Cheese Frosting

Follow these simple steps to perfect cream cheese frosting:

1. Start with softened butter and cream cheese. They should be at least room temperature and when touched will easily indent when pressed. This is important when making frosting because you want everything to blend smoothly when mixed, you don’t want chunks of butter or cream cheese in your frosting.
2. Beat the butter and cream cheese together with an electric mixer for about 30 seconds, until they are combined and smooth.

3. Once the butter and cream cheese are smooth, add in the vanilla and 3 cups of the powdered sugar.
4. Blend the frosting together until everything is incorporated. Add in the remaining powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time until the frosting reaches the consistency you like. I always use all 4 cups of the powdered sugar.

Storage and Tips

Does Cream Cheese Frosting Need to be Refrigerated? Yes, place cream cheese frosting in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Can you Freeze Cream Cheese Frosting? Yes, cream cheese frosting can be frozen in an airtight bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.

Can I use Low Fat Cream Cheese to Make Frosting? You can……however, full fat cream cheese is recommended for the best frosting flavor and texture.

What if my frosting is too soft? Place the frosting in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow it to chill before using.

Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

If you are looking for other Family Friendly meals or desserts follow along with me on YouTube or Facebook where I share simple recipes to help you with Feeding Your Fam! Make sure to subscribe so you will be notified when a new recipe is shared.

Cream Cheese Frosting is a delicious combination of softened butter, cream cheese, vanilla and powdered sugar. This cream cheese frosting recipe is our favorite for carrot cake, cupcakes or even just spread some on a graham cracker for a simple treat.