Description
Rainbow chip frosting brings childhood memories to life with its playful, nostalgic sprinkles dancing through creamy sweetness. Colorful confetti-like chips create a cheerful celebration on cakes and cupcakes that delights bakers and dessert enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese
- 8 tablespoons (113 grams) butter
- 4 cups (480 grams) confectioners’ sugar
Flavor and Color Enhancers:
- 5.25 ounces (149 grams) Wilton rainbow chip crunch sprinkles
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cream unsalted butter (113 grams / ) and cream cheese at medium speed in a stand mixer until the mixture becomes light and voluminous, approximately 3 minutes.
- Sift powdered sugar (about 454 grams / ) in two separate batches, gradually adding and mixing thoroughly between each addition to prevent lumps from forming.
- Pour pure vanilla extract (/ 5 milliliters) into the creamy base and continue beating the mixture for 4-5 minutes until it reaches a silky, whipped consistency with soft peaks.
- Carefully incorporate rainbow chip sprinkles (about 60 grams / ) into the frosting, gently folding them through the mixture using a flexible spatula to ensure even distribution.
- Use the frosting immediately for optimal texture and spreadability, covering two 9-inch cake layers or approximately 18 standard-sized cupcakes with this vibrant, sweet topping.
Notes
- Softening butter and cream cheese beforehand ensures a smoother, more spreadable consistency that blends effortlessly.
- Sifting powdered sugar prevents lumpy textures and creates a silkier frosting with professional-looking results.
- Mixing at medium speed helps incorporate air, giving the frosting a light, cloud-like texture that spreads beautifully.
- Rainbow chips should be folded gently to maintain their vibrant colors and prevent color bleeding throughout the frosting.
- Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days, allowing it to come to room temperature before reusing.
- For best flavor and texture, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing to keep the frosting smooth and creamy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 215 kcal
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg