This classic cream cheese icing is perfect for cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, cakes, and more.
Made in about 10 minutes with just five ingredients, keep this recipe on hand as yourgo-to icing recipe.
We love topping our delicioushomemade cinnamon rollswith this sweet and gooey topping.
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Learn how to make cream cheese icing, and keep the recipe handy.
You’ll find plenty of reasons to use it.
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Ingredients for Cream Cheese Icing
Just five ingredients are needed to whip up this tangy-sweet topping.
Added too much milk?
Mix up the flavor with some simple additions:
Can I Make Cream Cheese Icing Ahead?
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Cream cheese icing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Beyond that, the flavor or texture may start to change.
Soften at room temperature before using as desired.
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Ways To Use Cream Cheese Icing
Uses for this jot down of quick icing are endless.
Stir in vanilla and 1 Tbsp.
Add remaining 1 Tbsp.
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milk, 1 tsp.
at a time, stirring until icing is smooth and creamy.
Take care to beat them until smooth before beating in the remaining ingredients.
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While you could use low-fat or reduced-fat cream cheese, the icing may not be as rich and creamy.
