Upgrade your desserts with this tangy easy cream cheese frosting.
Add easy cream cheese frosting to your favorite layer cake or cupcakes for an instant upgrade.
We especially love it on thisFresh Apple Cake.
Credit: Hannah Zimmerman
Softened cream cheese and butter are beaten together for a creamy result.
Powdered sugar and salt are beaten in, and vanilla is stirred in at the end.
In just minutes you have a fluffy, tangy frosting ready to top any dessert you choose.
Add sugar, salt, and vanilla:
Gradually add sugar and salt, beating until blended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, food coloring can be added to cream cheese frosting.
For the most vibrant hue, go with gel coloring if possible.
Cream cheese frosting should be refrigerated.
It will hold up best when chilled.
