Frosting for carrot cake Recipe
American · Dessert · 10 min total
A classic cream cheese frosting that perfectly complements the spiced sweetness of carrot cake. This recipe yields a rich, tangy, and smooth frosting that is easy to spread.
10
min prep
min prep
12
servings
servings
220
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and salt; mix until combined.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low speed until incorporated. Increase speed to medium and beat until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Use immediately to frost cooled carrot cake. Refrigerate any leftover frosting.
Tips
- Ensure cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for a smooth frosting.
- For a thicker frosting, add more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Store frosted cake in the refrigerator; let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
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