Cuisinart SM-55 Recipes - Page 53

cream cheese frosting A classic cream cheese frosting, perfect for a variety of cakes, especially carrot and chocolate. 2¾ cups confectioners' sugar 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Makes 2 cups Sift the sugar into a small bowl and reserve. Place cream cheese in the Cuisinart™ mixing bowl. Insert the flat mixing paddle. Turn to speed 3 and beat cheese until smooth in consistency. Add butter and beat until it is smooth and incorporated with the cheese. With the stand mixer running on speed 2 slowly pour the sugar into the mixing bowl until all is incorporated. Mix in vanilla. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set. chocolate glaze/ganache A deep chocolate way to frost or fill your favorite cakes. 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped ¾ cup heavy cream 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Makes about 1¼ cups Place chopped chocolate in the Cuisinart™ mixing bowl. Place heavy cream in a small saucepan and bring to just a simmer. Pour hot cream over chocolate. Insert the chef's whisk. Turn to speed 4. Mix until chocolate is melted and the mixture comes together. Add butter and whisk until shiny. 53