How to Make Creamy Cream Cheese Frosting - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the decadent and velvety texture of cream cheese frosting. Whether it's smothering a red velvet cake, topping off a carrot cake, or filling in the layers of a luscious chocolate cake, cream cheese frosting is a beloved, versatile, and delicious addition to any dessert.

One of the most popular and classic variations of cream cheese frosting is the creamy version. This frosting is smooth, rich, and oh-so-satisfying, with just the right blend of sweetness and t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 to 1 frosting cake

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping.
  • Nutrition

    155 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 26mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 12mg