Description
Pumpkin frosting is a delightful autumn treat that perfectly blends creamy textures with warm spices. This luscious frosting, featuring the rich flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg, is ideal for topping cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. With its vibrant orange hue and irresistible aroma, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite. Easy to prepare and full of nostalgic flavors, this pumpkin frosting will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gradually add the pumpkin puree and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
- Slowly sift in the powdered sugar along with cinnamon and nutmeg; mix until fluffy.
- If the frosting is too thick, add milk one teaspoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spices as needed before spreading on your favorite desserts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg