Fluffy Pumpkin Honey Frosting
Elevate your desserts with this luscious Fluffy Pumpkin Honey Frosting, a dreamy blend of fall-inspired flavors and silky texture. Made with creamy pumpkin puree, sweet natural honey, and warm hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, this frosting is perfectly balanced and irresistibly light. Whipping cream folded into the butter and cream cheese base gives it an airy, cloud-like consistency, making it ideal for spreading or piping onto cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this frosting adds a festive touch to any treat, with comforting spices and natural sweetness stealing the spotlight. Perfect for autumn gatherings or anytime you crave a taste of fall.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter, softened
- 113 grams Cream cheese, softened
- 60 grams Pumpkin puree
- 60 milliliters Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 240 grams Powdered (confectioners') sugar
- 120 milliliters Heavy whipping cream, chilled
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and cream cheese together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the pumpkin puree, honey, and vanilla extract to the bowl, and mix until well combined. Scrape down the bowl as needed to ensure even mixing.
Sprinkle in the ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg, and continue mixing to distribute the spices evenly throughout the frosting.
Gradually add the powdered sugar in batches. Beat on low speed initially to prevent it from scattering, then increase to medium speed. Mix until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. This should take about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer with a whisk attachment.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin frosting mixture. Use a spatula to fold, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream, until fully incorporated and fluffy.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow to come to room temperature before using if refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2796 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.0 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.3 g | 552% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 509 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 437 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 305.7 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 293.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 350 mg | 7% | |
*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.
