Ingredients
Frosting Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: Melt the butter in a light-colored pan over medium heat, stirring frequently. Watch carefully for golden brown specks and a rich, nutty aroma to develop, signaling the butter is browned. Remove from heat immediately to avoid burning.
- Cool the Browned Butter: Pour the browned butter into a separate bowl and let it cool slightly at room temperature. Then refrigerate until it thickens and becomes partially solidified to achieve the perfect texture for mixing.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled browned butter, room temperature cream cheese, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Use an electric hand mixer to beat until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the bowl while continuing to beat the mixture. Mix until the frosting is light, fluffy, and smooth, suitable for spreading or piping onto your desserts.
Notes
- Use a light-colored pan to better monitor the browning of the butter and prevent burning.
- Allow the browned butter to cool and thicken properly to avoid a runny frosting.
- Make sure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth blending and a creamy texture.
- This frosting pairs beautifully with carrot cake, spice cake, or vanilla cupcakes.
- Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before using again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
