Prepare to revolutionize your baking game with this mind-blowing Boiled Cream Cheese Frosting that's about to become your secret weapon in the kitchen! Unlike traditional frostings that can be cloyingly sweet or disappointingly runny, this recipe creates a perfectly smooth, rich, and velvety topping that will make your desserts look and taste like they came straight from a professional bakery. Get ready to impress your friends, family, and even yourself with this surprisingly simple yet incredibly delectable frosting that transforms ordinary cakes and cupcakes into extraordinary culinary masterpieces!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 3 cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of milk and 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour. Whisk them together until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue to whisk the mixture constantly. Cook until it thickens, which should take about 5-7 minutes. Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of softened butter. Using an electric mixer, beat them together on medium speed until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Gradually add in the cooled milk and flour mixture to the cream cheese and butter mixture. Beat on medium speed until everything is well incorporated and smooth.
- Slowly add in 2 cups of powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until the sugar is fully incorporated. Once all the sugar is added, increase the speed to medium and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Finally, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix until it is evenly distributed throughout the frosting.
- Your boiled cream cheese frosting is now ready to use! Spread it on your favorite cakes or cupcakes, or store it in the refrigerator if not using immediately. Enjoy!
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your cream cheese and butter are truly softened but not melted. Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly and create a better texture.
- Whisk Constantly: When cooking the milk and flour mixture, continuous whisking prevents lumps and ensures a smooth base for your frosting.
- Cool Completely: Let the milk and flour mixture cool slightly before adding to the cream cheese mixture to prevent separation.
- Beat Gradually: Add powdered sugar slowly and mix on low speed to prevent a powdery mess and achieve a silky consistency.
- Storage Tip: This frosting can be refrigerated for up to 5 days. Just re-whip briefly before use to restore its fluffy texture.
- Flavor Variations: Experiment by adding a pinch of salt, a splash of almond extract, or even some citrus zest to customize your frosting.
- Consistency Check: If the frosting seems too thick, add a tablespoon of milk. If too thin, add more powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 230kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 60mg
