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Judy John

Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie Frosting Recipe

Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie Frosting Recipe creates a smooth, tangy-sweet topping that spreads easily and pairs perfectly with soft sugar cookies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz 113 g cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup 113 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 ½ cups 300 g powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 –2 tablespoons heavy cream if needed
  • Pinch salt

Method
 

  1. Place softened cream cheese and butter into mixing bowl.
  2. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually add 2 ½ cups powdered sugar while mixing on low speed.
  4. Add vanilla extract and pinch salt.
  5. Beat until light and fluffy.
  6. Add 1 tablespoon heavy cream if softer texture is desired.
  7. Mix until spreadable consistency forms.
  8. Spread or pipe onto completely cooled sugar cookies.
  9. Refrigerate cookies briefly to help frosting set.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving – per frosted cookie)

Calories: 150
Total Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 19 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 1 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Approximate % per serving):

Vitamin A: 6%
Vitamin D: 1%
Calcium: 2%
Iron: 2%
Phosphorus: 2%

Additional Notes & Flavor Tips

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for richer texture.
  • Chill frosting 15 minutes for cleaner piping lines.
  • Add lemon zest for bright flavor contrast.
  • Avoid overbeating to prevent thinning.
  • Store frosted cookies refrigerated up to three days.
Cream Cheese Sugar Cookie Frosting Recipe transforms everyday treats into bakery-style delights with minimal effort.