Cream Cheese Frosting

Cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and bars disappear in minutes when slathered with a thick layer of homemade Cream Cheese Frosting. This fluffy favorite only needs 4 ingredients and a few minutes to make, so what are you waiting for? 
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Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 40
Calories 67 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup butter softened (1 stick)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • In a standing mixer fit with the paddle attachment, or in a bowl by hand, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla and beat well. Spread evenly over cooled desserts such as cookies, cakes, bars, and cinnamon rolls.

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Nutrition

Calories: 67kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 21mgPotassium: 1mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 71IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cream cheese, frosting
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