Frosting for Pumpkin Spice Cake
Elevate your pumpkin spice cake with this luxurious cream cheese frosting that’s perfectly spiced to complement every cozy bite. Featuring a velvety blend of softened cream cheese and butter, this frosting is sweetened with powdered sugar and enhanced by warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, with a touch of vanilla for balance. The result is a creamy, spiced frosting with just the right amount of sweetness and a hint of autumnal flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an easy and irresistible choice for frosting pumpkin cakes, cupcakes, or even cookies. Customize the consistency with a splash of milk if needed, and enjoy a smooth, spreadable topping that pairs effortlessly with your favorite fall desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 4 oz Unsalted butter
- 3 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Milk (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
Take the cream cheese and butter out of the refrigerator and allow them to soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter. Beat using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, about 1/2 cup at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition to prevent a sugar cloud. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Once all the powdered sugar is incorporated, add the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix on medium speed until everything is well combined and the frosting is fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
If the frosting is too thick, add milk 1 teaspoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Use immediately to frost your pumpkin spice cake, or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature and rewhip if needed before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3058 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.8 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.7 g | 514% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 481 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 1038 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 374.9 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 362.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.4 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 379 mg | 8% | |
*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.
