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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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This Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting recipe offers a smooth, creamy, and flavorful topping perfect for autumn desserts. Combining pumpkin-flavored cream cheese with butter, vanilla, and powdered sugar, this frosting is ideal for spreading on cakes, cupcakes, or cookies to add a festive fall twist.

Ingredients

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Frosting Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, well softened
  • 8 ounces pumpkin flavored cream cheese (about 1 cup)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 4–5 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Beat the butter: Beat the softened unsalted butter until it becomes smooth and creamy, which will help create a fluffy frosting base.
  2. Add half of the cream cheese: Incorporate half of the pumpkin flavored cream cheese into the butter and beat until fully combined and smooth.
  3. Add remaining cream cheese and flavorings: Add the rest of the cream cheese along with the vanilla extract and fine sea salt; continue beating until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  4. Add powdered sugar in stages: Mix in 2 cups of powdered sugar first until smooth. Then add 2 more cups of powdered sugar and blend thoroughly until no powder remains. Assess the consistency of the frosting.
  5. Adjust to desired consistency: If the frosting is not stiff enough, add additional powdered sugar one tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired thickness for spreading or piping.
  6. Storage: For any baked goods with this cream cheese frosting, store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve to ensure freshness and maintain texture.

Notes

  • Make sure the butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for easier blending.
  • Adjust powdered sugar quantity depending on how thick or sweet you prefer your frosting.
  • If you want a sweeter or spicier flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
  • This frosting is best used on pumpkin cakes, spice cakes, or carrot cakes for a complementary flavor.
  • Always refrigerate toppings containing cream cheese to prevent spoilage.

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