Step 1

In the body of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, whip the cream cheese until smooth.

Step 2

Add the sifted powdered sugar a little at a time until fully mixed in, scrape down the sides.

Step 3

Add the salt.

Step 4

Replace the paddle attachment with the whisk attachment.

Step 5

With the mixer at slow speed, very slowly stream in the heavy whipping cream followed by the vanilla.

Step 6

Once all of the whipping cream is added, turn the mixer to medium speed and whip until stiff peaks form. Do not over mix or it will look curdled. Serve immediately.