How Do You Make Cream Cheese Icing?
Cream cheese icing is the classic topping for carrot cake, but it’s extremely versatile. The tangy flavor of cream cheese works well with lemon and other citrus flavors. It’s great on cinnamon rolls, just like the pricey ones at the mall. It also makes a great topping for other vegetable or fruit based cakes and breads, like zucchini bread or persimmon cake. Last, but not least, try it on chocolate cake or brownies. How to Make Cream Cheese Icing Step 1 Combine cream cheese and butter in mixing bowl. Whip on low speed to combine. Step 2 Increase speed and whip until mixture is light and fluffy. Step 3 Reduce speed to low and add sugar slowly. Combine thoroughly after each addition. Step 4 Add milk and vanilla on low speed. Add rind if using. Combine completely. Step 5 Increase speed to high and whip until very light and fluffy. Makes about 2 1/2 cups icing.
