Mohamed Shili This easy and delicious cream cheese frosting, inspired by Paula Deen, is the perfect way to top off your favorite cakes or cupcakes. With its creamy texture and simple ingredients, it’s a quick recipe anyone can make.
Recipe Ingredients:
- 1 (8 oz) package at room temperature cream cheese
- 1/2 cup at room temperature butter
- 1 lb sifted confectioner’s sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup optional chopped pecans
How To Make Cream Cheese Frosting?
- Blend the cream cheese and butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the sugar: Slowly add the sifted confectioner’s sugar (icing sugar) a little at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of your frosting.
- Incorporate pecans (optional): If using, gently fold in the chopped pecans, or set them aside to sprinkle over the frosted cake.
- Frost the cake: Ensure your cake is completely cooled before applying the frosting. Spread evenly between layers and over the top and sides of your cake.
Recipe Tips:
- Use room-temperature ingredients: Make sure both the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for a smooth and creamy frosting. Cold ingredients can create lumps.
- Sift the sugar: Always sift the confectioner’s sugar to avoid clumps and ensure a silky texture in your frosting.
- Beat until fluffy: Take your time when beating the cream cheese and butter. Whipping them properly makes the frosting light and airy.
- Add sugar gradually: Mixing the sugar in small amounts prevents mess and helps maintain a smooth consistency without overbeating.
- Cool the cake completely: Never frost a warm cake! The frosting will melt and slide off, so let the cake cool fully before decorating.
How To Store Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover cream cheese frosting sit at room temperature until it cools completely. Then transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze: Cream cheese frosting can be frozen. Place it in a freezer-safe container, leaving a little space at the top, and freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 137
- Total Fat: 5.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 63mg
- Potassium: 11.6mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 22g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 21g
- Protein: 0g
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Paula Deen Cream Cheese Frosting
Description
This easy and delicious cream cheese frosting, inspired by Paula Deen, is the perfect way to top off your favorite cakes or cupcakes. With its creamy texture and simple ingredients, it’s a quick recipe anyone can make.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Blend the cream cheese and butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the sugar: Slowly add the sifted confectioner’s sugar (icing sugar) a little at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of your frosting.
- Incorporate pecans (optional): If using, gently fold in the chopped pecans, or set them aside to sprinkle over the frosted cake.
- Frost the cake: Ensure your cake is completely cooled before applying the frosting. Spread evenly between layers and over the top and sides of your cake.
Notes
- Use room-temperature ingredients: Make sure both the cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for a smooth and creamy frosting. Cold ingredients can create lumps.
- Sift the sugar: Always sift the confectioner’s sugar to avoid clumps and ensure a silky texture in your frosting.
- Beat until fluffy: Take your time when beating the cream cheese and butter. Whipping them properly makes the frosting light and airy.
- Add sugar gradually: Mixing the sugar in small amounts prevents mess and helps maintain a smooth consistency without overbeating.
- Cool the cake completely: Never frost a warm cake! The frosting will melt and slide off, so let the cake cool fully before decorating.
Paula Deen Cream Cheese Frosting
