This is the quintessential recipe for a classic, tangy cream cheese frosting, perfect for carrot cake, red velvet, or spice cake.

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Recipe

MeasurementsIngredients
1 Package (8oz)Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 StickMargarine or Butter, softened
1 TeaspoonVanilla
1 Box (1 lb)Powdered Sugar
Optional GarnishChopped Pecans

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and margarine with an electric mixer until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix well, starting on low speed and increasing to medium until the frosting is smooth.
  3. Add the vanilla and beat on high speed until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  4. Spread between layers and on the top and sides of a cooled cake.
  5. Sprinkle with chopped pecans, if desired.