Description
Indulge in the ultimate fall treat with this Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe. This creamy, not overly sweet frosting captures the essence of autumn, making it a perfect companion for your cakes, cupcakes, and even as a dip for fresh fruits. Its delightful blend of pumpkin and cream cheese brings warmth and flavor to any dessert table, whether you’re hosting a cozy family gathering or celebrating the season with friends. In just 5 minutes, you’ll create a versatile frosting that is sure to impress everyone.
Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces pumpkin-flavored cream cheese (about 1 cup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 4–5 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until smooth.
- Gradually add half of the pumpkin-flavored cream cheese and mix until fully incorporated.
- Add the remaining cream cheese along with vanilla extract and sea salt; mix until well combined.
- Gradually blend in 2 cups of powdered sugar until smooth. Continue adding another 2 cups and blend thoroughly.
- Adjust consistency by adding more powdered sugar if needed. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15g
- Calories: 56
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 54mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg