Ingredients

2 pounds cream cheese, softened 

2 sticks unsalted butter, softened 

3 cups confectioners' sugar 

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 

Preparation

Beat cream cheese, butter, and 1 cup sugar with a mixer on medium speed until combined. With machine running, add remaining 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla, and beat until pale and fluffy, about 4 minutes more.