Description
This creamy pumpkin cream cheese frosting is the perfect autumnal topping for cakes, cupcakes, and other baked treats. Combining smooth cream cheese, rich butter, and flavorful pumpkin puree with warm spices creates a luscious and festive frosting that is both sweet and lightly spiced.
Ingredients
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Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Beat Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese using an electric mixer until the mixture is fluffy and smooth, ensuring a creamy base for the frosting.
- Add Pumpkin Puree: Gradually mix in the pumpkin puree until fully combined, which adds moisture and a subtle pumpkin flavor to the frosting.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Slowly add the powdered sugar while continuing to mix, blending it thoroughly until the frosting is smooth and thick but easily spreadable.
- Mix in Spices and Vanilla: Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract evenly throughout the frosting to infuse warm, aromatic flavors.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the frosting and adjust sweetness or spices if desired by adding a bit more powdered sugar or cinnamon/nutmeg for stronger flavor.
Notes
- Ensure both butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for smooth mixing avoiding lumps.
- Use canned pumpkin puree or homemade pumpkin puree for best texture and flavor.
- If frosting is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk to loosen it slightly.
- Perfect for spreading on cooled cakes or cupcakes; refrigerate if not using immediately and bring to room temperature before decorating.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
