Ingredients:

  • 8 oz (225g) full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3 to 4 cups (360g to 480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) fine salt

Instructions:

  1. Beat the softened butter (115g) and half of the sifted powdered sugar (approximately 180-240g) on medium speed until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
  2. Add the softened cream cheese (225g) to the butter mixture and beat on low to medium speed until just combined and velvety, taking care not to over-mix.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract (5ml) and salt (1.5g).
  4. Gradually add the remaining powdered sugar (approximately 180-240g) one cup at a time on low speed until the frosting is glossy and holds a stiff peak.