Basic Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients

• 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup of butter, softened
• 2 cups of confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy.
2. Add the confectioners' sugar and mix until smooth.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Spread onto cooled cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts.

Interesting Facts

• Cream cheese frosting is a popular topping for red velvet cake.
• Cream cheese frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• Cream cheese frosting can be flavored with other extracts, like almond or orange.