Cream Cheese Frosting (For Cookies)

Servings: 4Prep: 20 minsCook: (None)

Author: David Thompson

Classic frosting recipe for cookies

Ingredients

4 Ounces Cream cheese (softened)
4 Ounces Unsalted butter (softened)
3 Cups Powdered sugar
1 Teaspoon Vanilla
1/4 Teaspoon Almond extract
Pinch of Salt
Dash of Milk (1-2 tsp to adjust consistancy if needed)

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter with a blender until smooth and creamy with no lumps.

Mix in vanilla and almond extract and pinch of salt.

Add 2 1/2 cups of powdered sugar to start.

Beat on low until mixture starts to come together. Then beat on medium until smooth and fluffy (about 1-2 minutes).

Tips

* For a stiffer frosting for piping, add up to another 1/2 cup of powdered sugar.

* For a softer frosting for spreading, add 1-2 Tsp milk, a few drops at a time, until it is spreadable but not runny.

Storage

Any remaining can be stored in ther refrigerator. To use again, remove from refrigerator and let sit until desitred consistancy.