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Cream Cheese Frosting

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This delicious frosting recipe adds cream cheese to a traditional buttercream, adding wonderful flavor and richness while cutting sweetness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
  • 6 Tbsp. butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • dash salt
  • 2-4 Tbsp. light cream
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Preparation:

In large bowl, combine cream cheese and butter and beat until light and fluffy. Alternately add powdered sugar and light cream, beating until desired spreading consistency. Beat in salt and vanilla; use to frost cake.
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