Best 7 Ian Youngs Cream Cheese Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable cream cheese frosting recipes, crafted to elevate your desserts to new heights. From the classic and versatile Ian Young's Cream Cheese Frosting, a staple in bakeries, to the tangy and refreshing Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting, each variation promises a unique flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover the secrets behind achieving a smooth, creamy texture and the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Explore the versatility of cream cheese frosting as it complements a wide range of baked goods, from classic cakes and cupcakes to rich brownies and moist carrot cake. Let your creativity soar as you explore the endless possibilities of decorating with cream cheese frosting, transforming your desserts into visually stunning masterpieces.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BASIC CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This recipe delivers a basic cream cheese frosting using just butter, cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla.

Provided by JJ

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Cream Cheese

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup butter, softened
8 ounces cream cheese
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Beat softened butter and cream cheese until well blended.
  • Add powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 41.1 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 110.9 mg, Sugar 39.3 g

CREAM CHEESE ICING



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield Icing for 18 to 20 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound cream cheese at room temperature
3/4 pound unsalted butter at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
1 1/2 pounds confectioners' sugar, sifted

Steps:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, blend together the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla and almond extracts. Add the confectioners' sugar and mix until smooth.

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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You know that no cake, cupcake, bar or cookie is complete without the perfect layer of cream cheese icing or frosting. Luckily, our spreadable and creamy homemade recipe is ready in just 5 minutes with 4 simple ingredients. Sweet with just the right amount of tang, this from-scratch Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe is the perfect finish for carrot cake, red velvet cupcakes, pumpkin-spice bars and more. Soon you'll be adding this cream cheese frosting recipe to everything on the dessert tray and more.

Provided by By Stephanie Wise

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups powdered sugar, plus more as needed

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed 2 to 3 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally, until smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in vanilla, then stir in powdered sugar. Add more powdered sugar as needed until frosting is a thick spreadable consistency.
  • Spread or pipe frosting on cooled cake or cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 85 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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Whip up this easy cream cheese frosting for icing classic bakes like carrot cake, cinnamon buns, chocolate cake or cupcakes

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat

Time 15m

Yield Will cover a 18cm cake (approx 8 people)

Number Of Ingredients 4

100g butter , softened
1 tbsp orange juice (optional)
100g icing sugar , sieved
200g full fat cream cheese

Steps:

  • Beat the softened butter to a soft and even consistency. Add the orange juice, if using, then the icing sugar. Cream until you have a smooth, soft buttercream consistency.
  • Add the cream cheese and work it in - don't beat it in, just slowly mix with a wooden spoon. Depending on how soft the mixture is, you may want to put it in the fridge for 10 mins at this point. If it's runny, it will firm up again. It should be spreadable and not run off the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium

EASY CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This is a simple recipe for delicious cream cheese frosting. It has less powdered sugar than most recipes. That's one reason it tastes so good.

Provided by live_love_cook

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Cream Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup butter
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a microwave-safe dish in microwave on high for 7 seconds. Transfer butter to a bowl and beat with cream cheese and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until mixture is nearly fluffy, about 5 minutes. Gradually stir confectioners' sugar into cream cheese mixture to make a smooth frosting. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 28.7 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 77.4 mg, Sugar 16.5 g

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This smooth, versatile cream cheese frosting has a delicate vanilla flavor. The woman who made the wedding cake for our daughter, Leanne, and her groom, Billy, used this recipe. It's also excellent on carrot cake. -Sharon Lugdon, Greenbush, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield about 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt, optional
3-3/4 to 4 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla and, if desired, salt until fluffy. Gradually beat in enough confectioners' sugar to achieve desired consistency. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SWEET ZUCCHINI CUPCAKES



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Grate some zucchini for surprisingly delicious cupcakes. This recipe was submitted by reader Ian Young of Oakland, California.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cupcake Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
1 cup packed dark-brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts
1 zucchini (10 ounces), coarsely grated (1 1/2 cups)
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Ian Young's Cream Cheese Frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cups of a standard (12-cup) muffin tin with paper or foil liners. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix in nuts.
  • In another bowl, combine zucchini, oil, eggs, and vanilla; add to flour mixture, and mix just until combined (do not overmix).
  • Divide batter evenly among cups. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Cool in tin on a wire rack for 10 minutes; turn cupcakes out, right side up, and cool completely. Meanwhile, make frosting. Using an offset spatula or butter knife, spread Cream Cheese Frosting on cupcakes. The frosted cupcakes are best eaten within 1 day.

Tips:

  • Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before you start. This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • If you don't have a stand mixer, you can use a hand mixer. Just be sure to mix the ingredients on high speed for at least 3 minutes, until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  • If you want a stiffer frosting, add more powdered sugar. If you want a looser frosting, add more milk.
  • Feel free to add your favorite flavorings to the frosting. Some popular options include vanilla extract, almond extract, lemon zest, and orange zest.
  • Cream cheese frosting is best used immediately, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Ian Young's cream cheese frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of desserts. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you're a professional baker or a home cook, you're sure to love this frosting. So next time you're looking for a frosting that will wow your friends and family, give Ian Young's cream cheese frosting a try. You won't be disappointed.

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