Best Cream Cheese Frosting for Cupcakes: NYC Bakery Secret!

Best Cream Cheese Frosting for Cupcakes: NYC Bakery Secret!

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This cream cheese frosting for cupcakes recipe is BETTER than bakery-bought! Smooth, tangy, easy to pipe, and perfect for red velvet or carrot cake.

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (115g or 1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3-4 cups (360-480g) powdered sugar, sifted (confectioners' sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) salt
  • Optional: 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) milk or heavy cream, if needed for consistency

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