Page 446 - Cupcakes

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

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This is a perennial favorite frosting for cupcakes, whether they are Red Velvet
(page 36)—or any rich chocolate cupcakes—or Plum Good Cupcakes (page
152). Because some people like to frost liberally, while others like just enough
frosting, I have included two recipes with different yields. Enjoy every bite.

MAKES 3 CUPS, ENOUGH TO FROST 24 CUPCAKES (2½-INCH
SIZE) GENEROUSLY

PREPARATION TIME: 5 MINUTES

PLENTY OF FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
4 tablespoons (½ stick) butter, at room temperature

3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract