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Judy John

Quick Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Quick Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe creates a smooth, tangy-sweet frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and sweet rolls.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 18 cupcakes
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz 226 g cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup 113 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 ½ cups 300 g powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt

Method
 

  1. Place softened cream cheese and butter into mixing bowl.
  2. Beat on medium speed 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 on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes until fluffy.
  6. Scrape bowl sides to ensure even blending.
  7. Spread over cooled cake or pipe onto cupcakes immediately.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving – per frosted cupcake)

Calories: 210
Total Fat: 13 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Carbohydrates: 24 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 2 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Approximate % per serving):

Vitamin A: 10%
Vitamin D: 2%
Calcium: 3%
Iron: 2%
Phosphorus: 4%

Additional Notes & Flavor Tips

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for richer texture.
  • Chill briefly for firmer piping definition.
  • Add lemon zest for bright flavor contrast.
  • Avoid overbeating to prevent thinning.
  • Store refrigerated up to four days.
Quick Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe delivers creamy texture, balanced sweetness, and effortless bakery-style elegance in minutes.