Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
A delightful twist on traditional frostings with bright and zesty flavors, perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 4 cups powdered sugar Sift if lumpy for best texture.
- 2 tablespoons orange zest Freshly grated for best flavor.
- 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice Use fresh for best taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Ensure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter. Beat on medium speed until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until incorporated.
- Increase mixer speed to medium-high and beat for an additional 2 minutes until fluffy.
- Add in the orange zest, orange juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until well combined and smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or citrus flavor as desired.
- Your frosting is ready to use! Spread it on baked goods or store for later.
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Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Can be frozen for longer storage.