Cream Cheese Frosting Tips
How long does cream cheese frosting last?
Homemade frosting lasts up to 1 week stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Many frostings, including store-bought varieties, can even be frozen for up to a month. If you made more than you need, here's
what to do with leftover frosting.
How do you prevent runny cream cheese frosting?
To prevent runny frosting, make sure you are using full-fat cream cheese—this is not the time to reach for whipped or low-fat cream cheese. (These are the
best cream cheese brands, according to our Test Kitchen.) Be sure to measure out the recommended amount of each ingredient in your frosting recipe to get the correct ratio and thickness. If you do need to adjust the recipe, follow these guidelines: If your cream cheese frosting is too sweet, add a touch of cornstarch. If it's too thick, thin it out with a little milk or cream.
How can you make cream cheese frosting your own?
Extracts like mint, rum or berry add another layer of flavor to cream cheese frosting. Or try adding both flavor and texture with cookie crumbs, crushed candies or toasted nuts.
What dessert recipes go well with cream cheese frosting?
Spread cream cheese frosting on this moist
banana cake. It's perfect for dessert or a sweet treat at brunch. Of course, cream cheese frosting and carrot cake are always a good match. We love this classic
old-fashioned carrot cake with cream cheese frosting.
—Rashanda Cobbins, Taste of Home Food Editor
Nutrition Facts
2 tablespoons: 234 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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