Orange Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon orange food coloring

Directions:

1. 1
   Blend the cream cheese, butter, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla in a large bowl, using an electric mixer set at medium speed, until smooth.
2. 2
   Add the sugar and continue to beat until light and creamy -- about 3 more minutes.
3. 3
   Add the food coloring and gently stir until the color is uniform.
4. 4
   Chill the frosting until ready to ice the cupcakes or cake.