Description
This creamy pumpkin cream cheese frosting combines the rich, tangy flavor of cream cheese with the warm spices and smooth texture of pumpkin puree. Perfect for adding a festive touch to cakes and cupcakes during the fall season, this frosting is fluffy, flavorful, and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Frosting Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Beat Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and cream cheese. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add Pumpkin and Vanilla: Add the canned pumpkin puree and vanilla extract to the bowl. Continue beating the mixture until all ingredients are well blended and the texture is uniform.
- Incorporate Spices: Sprinkle in the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Mix on low speed to evenly distribute the spices throughout the frosting without splattering.
- Gradually Add Powdered Sugar: Slowly add the powdered sugar one cup at a time while mixing on low speed to incorporate. After each addition, increase the mixer speed to medium and beat until the frosting becomes smooth and fluffy.
- Achieve Desired Consistency: Once all powdered sugar is fully incorporated and the frosting has reached a fluffy, spreadable consistency, stop mixing.
- Apply Frosting: Use a spatula or piping bag to spread or pipe the pumpkin cream cheese frosting onto cooled cakes or cupcakes. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Make sure the butter and cream cheese are fully softened to avoid lumps.
- Adjust the powdered sugar amount to reach your preferred frosting thickness.
- This frosting pairs beautifully with spiced cakes, pumpkin cupcakes, and carrot cakes.
- Store leftover frosting covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
- For a less sweet option, reduce powdered sugar slightly and add a pinch of salt to balance flavors.
