Kat Thompson is the audience editor of Eater’s Southern California/Southwest region. For me and many other Americans who grew up on Pillsbury cookie dough, it’s not officially the holidays until I’ve ...

4. To make the cream, place butter in a mixing bowl, and at low speed, gradually beat in the sugar and vanilla. Turn the mixer on high and beat for 4 to 5 minutes until filling is light and fluffy. 5.