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Ginger-Cream Cheese Icing

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This recipe originally accompanied Carrot Cupcakes with Ginger-Cream Icing .

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 3 cups

Ingredients

2 3-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
3 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger

Preparation

  1. Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese and butter in large bowl until smooth. Add powdered sugar and ginger; beat until fluffy and smooth. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature, then beat until fluffy before using.)

TagsIcingDessertCream CheeseCheeseDairyGingerHerbs & SpicesNut FreeGluten FreeEasyElectric MixerBon Appétit
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