Ina Garten Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
If you love soft, creamy frosting, this Ina Garten Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe is perfect. It is rich, smooth and easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: pinch of salt
Instructions
Soften Cream Cheese and Butter
- Leave cream cheese and butter at room temperature. Soft ingredients mix better and make frosting smooth.
Beat Cream Cheese and Butter
- Place softened cream cheese and butter in a bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth.
Add Vanilla Extract
- Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat again until fully mixed and fragrant.
Sift Powdered Sugar
- Sift powdered sugar into a separate bowl. This prevents lumps and makes frosting silky.
Mix Sugar into Cream Cheese
- Gradually add powdered sugar to cream cheese mixture. Beat slowly at first, then faster for smooth consistency.
Adjust Texture
- If frosting is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk. If too thin, add more powdered sugar. Mix well.
Frost Your Cake or Cupcakes
- Spread frosting evenly with a spatula. Use immediately or chill briefly for firmer texture.
Notes
- Always use room temperature ingredients for smooth texture.
- Sift powdered sugar to avoid lumps.
- Beat frosting long enough for creamy consistency.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Chill slightly if you want stiffer frosting for piping.