Cinnamon Frosting
Elevate your homemade bakes with this luscious Cinnamon Frosting, a quick and easy recipe that delivers rich, creamy flavor in just 10 minutes! Made with a silky blend of whipped unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a touch of heavy cream, this frosting gets its warm, aromatic kick from ground cinnamon and pure vanilla extract. With its perfectly fluffy texture and a hint of salt to balance the sweetness, this spiced frosting is the ultimate finishing touch for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. Whether you're topping a classic carrot cake or adding warmth to holiday treats, this versatile cinnamon buttercream is sure to impress. Plus, it's easily adjustable for your desired consistency, making it as effortless as it is irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter using a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and mix on low speed after each addition to prevent a sugar cloud. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula as needed.
Once all the powdered sugar is incorporated, add the heavy cream, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.
Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat the mixture for 3-4 minutes until the frosting becomes light, fluffy, and fully blended.
Taste the frosting and, if needed, adjust by adding a pinch more cinnamon or a drop of cream for your desired flavor and consistency.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Allow it to come to room temperature and re-whip before using if refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2858 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.1 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.0 g | 325% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 293 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 632 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 483.8 g | 176% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 469.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 58 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
