Cream Cheese Frosting
Recipe from Heart-Healthy Living

Use this reduced-fat frosting recipe to top cookies, cupcakes, and other favorite desserts.


Cream Cheese Frosting

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Servings: about 1 1/3 cups
Total Time: 10 mins
Related Categories: Frosting and Filling, Quick and Easy
 
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Ingredients
  • 1/2  of an 8-ounce package
    reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), softened
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  • 1/4  cup
    butter, softened
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  • 1  teaspoon
    vanilla
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  • 2  cups
    powdered sugar
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  • 1  to 2 teaspoons
    fat-free milk
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Directions
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Beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well. If necessary, gradually beat in milk to reach spreading consistency.
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