I use this frosting recipe for cookies, doughnuts, cakes, and brownies.
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
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1/2
cup
butter (softened)
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1
8-ounce
softened cream cheese
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3 to 3-1/2
cups
powdered sugar
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1
teaspoon
vanilla or a few drops of peppermint essential oils
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Food coloring if desired
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Combine all of the ingredients and use a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
I love this frosting because I can make it ahead of time and freeze it. I thaw it in the refrigerator and it will be ready when I need it the next day. With the delicious cookies above, covered with this wonderful frosting you have the best of both worlds.