Regular caramel frosting can be very sweet. Cream cheese tempers the sweetness and adds a rich mouthfeel.

EASY

INGREDIENTS | YIELDS 3 CUPS FROSTING

• 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• ⅓ cup butter, softened
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ⅓ cup caramel ice cream topping
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• Pinch salt
• 4 cups powdered sugar

1. In large bowl, combine cream cheese with butter and beat until fluffy.

2. Add brown sugar; beat until sugar dissolves, about 4 minutes.

3. Add the ice cream topping, vanilla, and salt and beat well.

4. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until desired consistency.