Step 1

Combine the cream cheese and 2 cups powdered sugar in the bowl of a hand or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.

Step 2

Mix on low speed until the sugar is incorporated into the cream cheese.

Step 3

Scrape down the bottom of the bowl to make sure sugar hasnt gotten caught. Add the tsp of vanilla and mix again for 1 minute on low.

Step 4

Speed up the mixer to med-high and mix for 1 more minute.

Step 5

This frosting is best for smoothing over cinnamon buns and cakes and for using as a filling. If you want to make it more stable, pop it into the fridge for 20 minutes before using. Because it doesnt have butter, it wont harden as much for piping.