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Best Cream Cheese Icing Recipe

Best Cream Cheese Icing Recipe

A smooth and tangy icing made with cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Rest 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • Icing:
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Topping Optional:
  • Lemon zest
  • Sprinkles
  • Chopped nuts

Instructions
 

  • Bring cream cheese and butter to room temperature.
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add butter and beat until fluffy.
  • Mix in vanilla and salt.
  • Add powdered sugar gradually.
  • Beat until light and smooth.
  • Check icing consistency.
  • Adjust thickness if needed.
  • Let icing rest briefly.
  • Use on cooled desserts or store.

Notes

Use softened ingredients
Do not frost warm desserts
Adjust consistency as needed
Store chilled