Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting
Elevate your autumn baking with this delightful Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe. This creamy and luscious frosting is infused with the warm flavors of pumpkin, making it the perfect topping for your seasonal treats. With its rich texture and balanced sweetness, this frosting pairs beautifully with cupcakes, cakes, cookies, or even enjoyed straight from the bowl! Easy to prepare with just a few simple ingredients, it’s a must-have for all your fall dessert adventures. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or simply indulging in cozy evenings at home, this frosting is sure to bring joy to every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: N/A
Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, well softened
- 8 ounces pumpkin-flavored cream cheese (or regular cream cheese + pumpkin puree)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 4–5 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Beat the softened unsalted butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add half of the pumpkin-flavored cream cheese and mix until smooth. Add the rest along with vanilla extract and fine sea salt.
- Slowly incorporate powdered sugar in increments until you reach your desired consistency.
- Adjust thickness by adding more powdered sugar if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg