{"id":172551,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-16T00:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cream-cheese-frosting\/"},"modified":"2024-01-02T09:21:41","modified_gmt":"2024-01-02T15:21:41","slug":"cream-cheese-frosting","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/cream-cheese-frosting\/","title":{"rendered":"Cream Cheese Frosting"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>After the time and care it takes you to bake a homemade cake or a batch of soft sugar cookies, you may be tempted to pull out the tub of store-bought frosting lurking in the back of your cabinet. The problem with that high-fructose corn syrup-laden frosting is that its artificial flavor and coloring will ruin the deliciously decadent flavor of your freshly made dessert.<\/p>\n<p>A simple solution? This oh-so-easy cream cheese frosting that&#8217;s ready in 10 minutes or less! We love cream cheese frosting because it&#8217;s a bit tangier and less syrupy sweet than plain frosting. Because the frosting is made with simple, on-hand ingredients like cream cheese, butter, vanilla and confectioners&#8217; sugar, you&#8217;ll be able to pronounce everything in the recipe. (What even is polysorbate 60?) Plus, this quick and effortless cream cheese frosting can be stored in the fridge for later, so you&#8217;ll never be tempted to go store-bought again.<\/p>\n<p>Our recipe yields about three cups of cream cheese frosting, which is enough to cover a two-layer cake, a single-layer sheet cake or two dozen cupcakes.<\/p>\n<p>Grab these ingredients (make sure the butter and cream cheese is softened) and get to work.<\/p>\n<h2>Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Cream cheese<\/li>\n<li>Butter<\/li>\n<li>Vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>Salt<\/li>\n<li>Confectioners&#8217; sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Prep the ingredients<\/h3>\n<p>Let the cream cheese and butter soften if they&#8217;re hard from the fridge. (In a pinch? Try these tips to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-soften-butter-quickly\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-soften-butter-quickly\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">soften butter in a snap<\/a>.) While they sit on the counter, measure out the rest of the ingredients. It&#8217;s important to have the ingredients ready to go for this recipe since they all have to come together so quickly.<\/p>\n<p><em>Test Kitchen Tip:<\/em> If you need a pure white frosting, use clear vanilla extract rather than a standard vanilla extract. (Ever tried <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-vanilla-extract-at-home\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-vanilla-extract-at-home\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">homemade vanilla extract<\/a>? It&#8217;s so good.)<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Beat<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wwwroot\/toh\/images\/articles\/ghtjm17_14880_c05_02_1b_575x575.jpg\" alt=\"Person just beating the ingredients in a glass bowl with a hand mixer with a small container of vanilla extract nearby\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese, butter, vanilla and salt in a large bowl. Keep beating until the mix is light and fluffy. It&#8217;ll already look a little bit like frosting, but will be thicker and glossier.<\/p>\n<p><em>Test Kitchen Tip: <\/em>If your confectioners&#8217; sugar is clumpy, sift it with a fine-mesh sieve before adding it to the cream cheese mixture to prevent a lumpy frosting.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Add the sugar<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wwwroot\/toh\/images\/articles\/ghtjm17_14880_c05_02_2b_575x575.jpg\" alt=\"Person just beating the sugar into the mixture with a hand mixer with a metal measuring cup nearby\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Gradually beat the confectioners&#8217; sugar into the mix. We usually add one cup at a time\u2014you don&#8217;t want all that sugar to fly up into your face.<\/p>\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve added three cups, slow down a bit. Taste the frosting. Is it sweet enough? Is the texture firm but workable? If it&#8217;s not sweet enough or if it&#8217;s too thin, add more sugar, a tablespoon at a time, until it tastes good and the texture&#8217;s just right. If you add too much sugar and the frosting gets stiff, you can thin it out with a dash of milk.<\/p>\n<p><em>Test Kitchen Tip: <\/em>While making the frosting, scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula frequently, to make sure all of the ingredients are incorporated evenly.<\/p>\n<h2>Cream Cheese Frosting Variations<\/h2>\n<p>While a straightforward cream cheese frosting is just the thing you need for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/ways-to-get-more-carrot-cake-in-your-life\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/ways-to-get-more-carrot-cake-in-your-life\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">carrot cake<\/a>, you might want to amp up the flavors to add more personality to your bakes. Here are some of our favorite icing flavors and how to create them:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Almond:<\/strong> Add a few drops of almond extract in place of (or along with) the vanilla.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coconut:\u00a0<\/strong>Use that bottle of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/how-to-use-coconut-extract\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/how-to-use-coconut-extract\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">coconut extract<\/a> in the pantry! Add a teaspoon to the recipe. You can even fold in toasted coconut.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lemon:<\/strong> Add a few drops of lemon extract in place of the vanilla. You can even add in a touch of lemon zest.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Peppermint:<\/strong> Add a few drops of peppermint extract in place of the vanilla. Go easy with peppermint extract\u2014it&#8217;s super strong.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rum:<\/strong> Add a tablespoonful along with the vanilla. If you prefer rum extract, a teaspoon works.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strawberry:\u00a0<\/strong>Make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-strawberry-cream-cheese-frosting\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-strawberry-cream-cheese-frosting\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">strawberry cream cheese frosting<\/a> by pureeing three ounces of fresh berries and adding to the basic frosting recipe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Extracts, especially almond and peppermint, are fairly strong, so start slow and add more to taste.<\/p>\n<h2>How do you store cream cheese frosting?<\/h2>\n<p>After frosting, be sure to store your goods in the refrigerator until serving. Cream cheese can melt or even spoil if left at room temperature.<\/p>\n<p>This frosting can be made and refrigerated so you can always have some on hand for desserts or a late night treat. Just bring it to room temperature and beat again to fluff it back up before using.<\/p>\n<h2>How long does cream cheese frosting last?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/homemade-frosting-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/homemade-frosting-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Homemade frosting<\/a> lasts up to one week stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Many frostings, including store-bought varieties, can even be frozen for up to a month. If you made more than you need, here&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/heres-what-to-do-with-leftover-frosting\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/heres-what-to-do-with-leftover-frosting\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">what to do with leftover frosting<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Cream Cheese Frosting Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wwwroot\/toh\/images\/articles\/ghtjm17_14880_c05_02_3b_575x575.jpg\" alt=\"Person using a spatula to wipe the excess frosting from the sides of their glass bowl\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>How do you prevent runny cream cheese frosting?<\/h3>\n<p>To prevent runny frosting, make sure you are using full-fat cream cheese\u2014this is not the time to reach for whipped or low-fat cream cheese.\u00a0Be sure to measure out the recommended amount of each ingredient in your frosting recipe to get the correct ratio and thickness. If you do need to adjust the recipe, follow these guidelines: If your cream cheese frosting is too sweet, add a touch of cornstarch. If it&#8217;s too thick, thin it out with a little milk or cream.<\/p>\n<h3>What dessert recipes go well with cream cheese frosting?<\/h3>\n<p>Spread cream cheese frosting on this moist\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/banana-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/banana-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">banana cake<\/a>. It&#8217;s perfect for dessert or a sweet treat at brunch. Of course, cream cheese frosting and carrot cake are always a good match. We love this classic\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/old-fashioned-carrot-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/old-fashioned-carrot-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">old-fashioned carrot cake with cream cheese frosting<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Back away from the store-bought stuff. This cream cheese frosting is so tasty you will never go back. We will even show you how to make flavored varieties! (Strawberry cream cheese frosting, anyone?)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7028,"featured_media":172555,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,304523,306910,304423,304328,306936,304288,305487,304430,304338,304515,306194,303966,304408,304368,303887,306848,304268,304350,324623,303883],"categories-v2":[308623,308888,309906,308821,308984,308481,309934,259620,310796,308830,308992,308880,312060,308495,308813,308745,308478,309603,259483,309001,309177,308476],"coauthors":[27409,34638],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"25 Decadent Desserts with Cream Cheese Frosting","post_link":"\/collection\/recipes-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Lemon-Sheet-Cake_EXPS_TOHJJ23_20980_P2_MD_01_11_3b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Buttercream 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This cream cheese frosting is so tasty you will never go back. We will even show you how to make flavored varieties! (Strawberry cream cheese frosting, anyone?)","recipeIngredient":["1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened","1\/2 cup butter, softened","2 teaspoons vanilla extract","1\/8 teaspoon salt, optional","3-3\/4 to 4 cups confectioners' sugar"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Prep the ingredients","text":"Let the cream cheese and butter soften if they're hard from the fridge. (In a pinch? Try these tips to soften butter in a snap.) While they sit on the counter, measure out the rest of the ingredients. It's important to have the ingredients ready to go for this recipe since they all have to come together so quickly. Test Kitchen Tip: If you need a pure white frosting, use clear vanilla extract rather than a standard vanilla extract. (Ever tried homemade vanilla extract? It's so good.)"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Beat","text":"Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese, butter, vanilla and salt in a large bowl. Keep beating until the mix is light and fluffy. It'll already look a little bit like frosting, but will be thicker and glossier. Test Kitchen Tip: If your confectioners' sugar is clumpy, sift it with a fine-mesh sieve before adding it to the cream cheese mixture to prevent a lumpy frosting.","image":"https:\/\/images.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wwwroot\/toh\/images\/articles\/ghtjm17_14880_c05_02_1b_575x575.jpg"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Add the sugar","text":"Gradually beat the confectioners' sugar into the mix. We usually add one cup at a time\u2014you don't want all that sugar to fly up into your face. Once you've added three cups, slow down a bit. Taste the frosting. Is it sweet enough? Is the texture firm but workable? If it's not sweet enough or if it's too thin, add more sugar, a tablespoon at a time, until it tastes good and the texture's just right. If you add too much sugar and the frosting gets stiff, you can thin it out with a dash of milk. Test Kitchen Tip: While making the frosting, scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula frequently, to make sure all of the ingredients are incorporated evenly.","image":"https:\/\/images.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/wwwroot\/toh\/images\/articles\/ghtjm17_14880_c05_02_2b_575x575.jpg"}],"recipeYield":"about 3 cups","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Caroline Stanko"},{"@type":"Person","name":"Peggy Woodward, RDN"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 234 calories","fatContent":"9g fat (6g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"27mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"109mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"38g carbohydrate (35g sugars","fiberContent":"0 fiber)","proteinContent":"1g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.892857,"reviewCount":28,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"Cream Cheese Frosting","description":"Check out this video for how to make Cream Cheese Frosting.","thumbnailUrl":["http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/v2\/media\/aE2NVOhw\/poster.jpg?width=720"],"uploadDate":"2024-04-26 18:20:39","duration":"P0DT0H0M46S","contentUrl":"http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/videos\/aE2NVOhw-OOHHzDJg.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-12-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"NanMock"},"reviewBody":"This is a great, basic cream cheese frosting recipe! I flavored mine with lemon juice and lemon zest - YUM!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-04-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Queenlalisa"},"reviewBody":"I thought this recipe was delicious. The perfect amount of cream cheese and powdered sugar. I have used it on cakes and cookies. I can just eat it by itself with a spoon. Yummy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-02-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kim9555"},"reviewBody":"<p>I used this frosting to frost a red velvet cake, and I was very happy with it! I agree with another reviewer who said that the vanilla was a bit overpowering though--I think 1 tsp is plenty for my tastes. I also reduced the powdered sugar to 3 1\/2 cups and added 1 tsp of corn starch. I ended up with a beautiful frosting that held up perfectly on my cake. Thank you for sharing your recipe! <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-03-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Nan505"},"reviewBody":"<p>Makes enough for 4 layer red cake.  Next time I will halve the vanilla.  It is overpowering. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-05-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBasketball"},"reviewBody":"It called for 8oz cream cheese someone said 3. Also it called for 3-3\/4 to 4 cups confectioners sugar someone else had said 5 or 6 cups. Lol... I used a little less than 3 cups confectioners sugar and added in orange gelatin so to ice an orange dreamsicle cake.  And OMGOSH perfect and soooooo yummy. Thank you so much for sharing.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-10-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleTooth"},"reviewBody":"Best cream cheese frosting! Tasty and enough for a large cake!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-09-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenTeepee"},"reviewBody":"Very smooth and easy. Used less confectioners sugar than called for - great","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-04-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedScissors"},"reviewBody":"Wonderful flavor, this is the only cream cheese frosting I use. I use an 8oz cream cheese instead of 2, 3oz pkgs.  It is excellent on home made cinnamon rolls.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-04-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleTooth"},"reviewBody":"Someone stated on here different amounts of cream cheese & confectioners sugar than dusted in the ingredients. I didn't see that. The orange addition sounds awesome! I never thought of trying different flavorings! Sounds awesome! *They had me at Orange Dreamsicle!??*","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-08-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueHelmet"},"reviewBody":"Best cream cheese frosting ever!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-01-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCoffee"},"reviewBody":"Perfect cream cheese frosting.   I did add a couple splashes of milk to thin it out and it turned out great.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2002-06-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueUmbrella"},"reviewBody":"<p>A yummy frosting for spice cake!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-08-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenRing"},"reviewBody":"makes a very large amount","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-12-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveStrawberry"},"reviewBody":"This frosting was a huge hit! It has definitely become my cream cheese frosting staple.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-04-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanLamp"},"reviewBody":"Wonderful frosting recipe. 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Sounds awesome! *They had me at Orange Dreamsicle!??*","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"04\/13\/2021 03:50","GUID":"41495d1adddd499999fd48d77cb33571","MemberId":7472930,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"suitsfan1","SubmittedDate":"04\/13\/2021 03:50"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"04\/18\/2020 17:01","GUID":"36b3da615dfd497faea6f639005245d4","MemberId":1765741,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"GStaelens","SubmittedDate":"04\/18\/2020 17:01"},{"Comment":"makes a very large amount","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"08\/17\/2019 17:10","GUID":"1c80bcbabad14d4d990ee40ccc6ef3e1","MemberId":9516016,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Jerry ","SubmittedDate":"08\/17\/2019 17:10"},{"Comment":"<p>It called for 8oz cream cheese someone said 3. Also it called for 3-3\/4 to 4 cups confectioners sugar someone else had said 5 or 6 cups. Lol... I used a little less than 3 cups confectioners sugar and added in orange gelatin so to ice an orange dreamsicle cake.  And OMGOSH perfect and soooooo yummy. Thank you so much for sharing.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"05\/29\/2018 02:03","GUID":"bc84dba5738f463081bf69eb349401bc","MemberId":9470470,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Kelly","SubmittedDate":"05\/29\/2018 02:03"},{"Comment":"<p>Best cream cheese frosting! Tasty and enough for a large cake!<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"10\/09\/2017 15:54","GUID":"cfc26dcff1de4aedb96d5fbfb6f84d13","MemberId":7182927,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mrs._white","SubmittedDate":"10\/09\/2017 15:54"},{"Comment":"<p>Best cream cheese frosting ever!<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"08\/16\/2017 21:10","GUID":"99813CFF42BE4121905BC586A118CBA3","MemberId":4432469,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"apple3891","SubmittedDate":"08\/16\/2017 21:10"},{"Comment":"<p>Classic cream cheese frosting!   I accidentally used I need ounce block of cream cheese and still  turned out with beautiful soft love the cream cheese.   Perfect for using on two Bundt cakes.  It can also easily frost two pans of brownies.  As a volunteer field editor with Taste Recipes magazine  I enjoy using recipes that are time-tested and family approved!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"12\/02\/2016 07:20","GUID":"81719290419d41e38ad31c16edabb7fc","MemberId":5826120,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mamaknowsbest","SubmittedDate":"12\/02\/2016 07:20"},{"Comment":"<p>Perfect cream cheese frosting.   I did add a couple splashes of milk to thin it out and it turned out great.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"01\/05\/2016 16:14","GUID":"0ABCDC5566494599867EEAA44D1EED0E","MemberId":826864,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jjsm4552","SubmittedDate":"01\/05\/2016 16:14"},{"Comment":"<p>Wonderful flavor, this is the only cream cheese frosting I use. I use an 8oz cream cheese instead of 2, 3oz pkgs.  It is excellent on home made cinnamon rolls.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"04\/04\/2015 21:58","GUID":"a8b58c736bf14a398af9d15531d16f47","MemberId":5204161,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"kellyAW","SubmittedDate":"04\/04\/2015 21:58"},{"Comment":"<p>Tasty and really easy to put together.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"10\/26\/2014 08:21","GUID":"fed52f4d832b4854a046a949aeec2850","MemberId":4631582,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"aug2295","SubmittedDate":"10\/26\/2014 08:20"},{"Comment":"<p>Very smooth and easy. Used less confectioners sugar than called for - great<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"","GUID":"c771f4c91a8a4214831ed9abbeda907b","MemberId":7169427,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Rosemary","SubmittedDate":"09\/22\/2013 15:53"},{"Comment":"<p>This frosting, even with 6 cups of powdered sugar, was too loose for my use. I used real cream cheese, so I know it&#39;s not the fat content. I&#39;ll eat it as a spread because it is tasty, but I&#39;ll use another recipe for a cake frosting.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"08\/26\/2013 19:16","GUID":"a3796589752e49c6a1eb880850019c1e","MemberId":1807985,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"keverwann","SubmittedDate":"08\/26\/2013 19:16"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"03\/01\/2013 12:27","GUID":"c1e59d2c348b43ba887e0bcbc854285d","MemberId":6913626,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Ronheigh","SubmittedDate":"03\/01\/2013 12:27"},{"Comment":"<p>It was great just as is (I only used 5 cups confectioners&#39; sugar - any more would have been too sweet for me).  I would definitely recommend it as a basic cream cheese frosting - I used it to decorate half of our cupcakes.  However, I wanted some with a more &quot;cream-cheesy&quot; taste so I added a little more cream cheese - it was perfect, but only do that if you like to taste the &quot;tang&quot; of the cream cheese.<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"","GUID":"62289dc2de4542ecbe8ac7ba45b4f26d","MemberId":7017494,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"keena_mom","SubmittedDate":"12\/27\/2012 05:28"},{"Comment":"<p>It was great just as is (I only used 5 cups confectioners&#39; sugar - any more would have been too sweet for me).  I would definitely recommend it as a basic cream cheese frosting - I used it to decorate half of our cupcakes.  However, I wanted some with a more &quot;cream-cheesy&quot; taste so I added a little more cream cheese - it was perfect, but only do that if you like to taste the &quot;tang&quot; of the cream cheese.<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"","GUID":"62289dc2de4542ecbe8ac7ba45b4f26d","MemberId":7017494,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"keena_mom","SubmittedDate":"12\/27\/2012 05:12"},{"Comment":"<p>It was great just as is, and I would definitely recommend it as a basic cream cheese frosting - I used it to decorate half of our cupcakes.  However, I wanted some with a more &quot;cream-cheesy&quot; taste so I added a little more cream cheese - it was perfect, but only do that if you like to taste the &quot;tang&quot; of the cream cheese.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"","GUID":"62289dc2de4542ecbe8ac7ba45b4f26d","MemberId":7017494,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"keena_mom","SubmittedDate":"12\/27\/2012 05:09"},{"Comment":"<p>This frosting was a huge hit! It has definitely become my cream cheese frosting staple.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"12\/05\/2012 22:50","GUID":"08aed18f80fb4b35909a324b68e85961","MemberId":7007004,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"b3ll4x","SubmittedDate":"12\/05\/2012 22:50"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"07\/28\/2012 21:28","GUID":"2da024b9b9a24002b405c4ffa7f6a587","MemberId":2392550,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Brenda1527","SubmittedDate":"07\/28\/2012 21:28"},{"Comment":"<p>This is a wonderful recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"05\/19\/2012 10:10","GUID":"6cb8a997f17440fcab820e528289e31e","MemberId":5672227,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"wombie","SubmittedDate":"05\/19\/2012 10:10"},{"Comment":"<p>Excellent classic cream cheese frosting.<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"03\/15\/2012 22:22","GUID":"d95998663bfc460581a0083500d9fc95","MemberId":6542477,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"deannasnz","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2012 22:22"},{"Comment":"<p>First time making frosting ever!  So easy and oh so good!!! Will never go back to frosting in a can.<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"02\/14\/2012 19:32","GUID":"b71f080bfe8a4ea5a464ff55d13b490e","MemberId":6348812,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"19fernwood","SubmittedDate":"02\/14\/2012 19:32"},{"Comment":"<p>A yummy frosting for spice cake!<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"01\/16\/2012 18:33","GUID":"98EA2D6FAAF89497F1D9DA65A22F1533","MemberId":190124,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Donna_W","SubmittedDate":"01\/16\/2012 18:33"},{"Comment":"<p>Delicious! Frosted a carrot cake mix with it and it really MADE the cake :)<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"01\/03\/2012 05:04","GUID":"1a2544f37bf74155a7ade34ed9754f40","MemberId":6411056,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Andrea","SubmittedDate":"01\/03\/2012 05:03"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"12\/16\/2011 12:26","GUID":"a2383b68dc2242f1ad2af9a9aca99009","MemberId":3563060,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"alanda","SubmittedDate":"12\/16\/2011 12:26"},{"Comment":"<p>Yummy! Not overly sweet. Just luv it!  Will make this frosting again and again......<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"10\/30\/2011 20:10","GUID":"dc4865a4afbd4410bb12241c11c89932","MemberId":6310732,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Lola101","SubmittedDate":"10\/30\/2011 20:10"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"07\/04\/2011 11:21","GUID":"09a445c337d34e1eb857d8952c9d3bcc","MemberId":5377071,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"aoulton","SubmittedDate":"07\/04\/2011 11:21"},{"Comment":"<p>YUMMMM!!!  Excellent!  Definitely would make it again!<\/p>","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"04\/16\/2011 19:05","GUID":"0a84b555b52d4d35837eacebd9b5c86d","MemberId":2076564,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Chelle114","SubmittedDate":"04\/16\/2011 19:06"},{"Comment":"<p>this was a awesome base recipe and i have added many different flavors to this, my favorite is a hint of lemon zest.<\/p>","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"08\/11\/2010 22:02","GUID":"3ea50ee8b46b4049b2965d8070e4175f","MemberId":5094009,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Mackenzie&Jonathan","SubmittedDate":"08\/11\/2010 22:02"},{"Comment":"<p>Awesome.<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"04\/29\/2010 09:14","GUID":"a161dadf49d243bf87af2990dc6ee73c","MemberId":3959278,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Julie20fan","SubmittedDate":"04\/29\/2010 09:14"},{"Comment":"<p>The frosting is so simple to make and I will definitely make this again.<\/p>","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"04\/29\/2010 09:14","GUID":"a161dadf49d243bf87af2990dc6ee73c","MemberId":3959278,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Julie20fan","SubmittedDate":"04\/29\/2010 09:14"},{"Comment":"<p>Wonderful frosting recipe. Easy to make and delicious.<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"04\/04\/2010 12:32","GUID":"1cf2977e98d74034b3d0c2bb0b088513","MemberId":4234321,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"SussyLuvs2cook","SubmittedDate":"04\/04\/2010 12:32"},{"Comment":"<p>I made the frosting for a Butter Pecan cake. I did use 2 tbs of maple syrup instead of vanilla extract.  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