Instructions

• Place 4 ounces vegan cream cheese and 1½ tablespoons vegan butter (slightly softened) in a large bowl.
• Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and butter on low to medium speed until fully combined and smooth, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula.
• If the 2 cups powdered sugar is lumpy, sift it before adding.
• Add ⅛ teaspoon pure vanilla extract to the bowl. With the mixer on low, add the 2 cups powdered sugar gradually, mixing until smooth after each addition; increase speed to medium briefly if needed to achieve a silky texture.
• Scrape the bowl and mix briefly one more time to ensure an even consistency.
• If you prefer a stiffer frosting, beat in additional powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired firmness.