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Instructions
Before you start, note that this is a spreadable frosting. It doesn't pipe well because the texture is a bit slimy and not fluffy. It won't hold its shape if pipped on cupcakes.
Cut the cream cheese block into small cubes and place it in the bowl of your stand mixer.
Using the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese until smooth. If too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk.
Add powdered sugar and keep beating to incorporate until the frosting is fluffy.
Add vanilla extract if desired.
Store for one hour in the fridge to thicken.
Spread on top of cupcakes or cover an 8-inch cake.
Storage
Store the frosting for up to 2 days in the fridge in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
2-Ingredient Cream Cheese Frosting
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
67
% Daily Value*
Fat
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
25
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
19
mg
6
%
Sodium
59
mg
3
%
Potassium
25
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
14
g
5
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
254
IU
5
%
Calcium
18
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.