3 Minute Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
This 3 Minute Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting is a smooth, creamy, and flavorful topping perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. Made with pumpkin puree and a touch of cinnamon, it combines the warmth of autumn spices with the tangy richness of cream cheese for a delightful seasonal treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Enough to frost a 9-inch two-layer cake or 24 cupcakes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Frosting Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup cream cheese (8 oz), softened
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Soften the unsalted butter and cream cheese by leaving them at room temperature until smooth and easy to mix.
- Combine ingredients: In the bowl of a hand or stand mixer, add the softened butter, softened cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, pumpkin puree, and ground cinnamon.
- Mix on low: Mix on low speed for about 30 seconds until the ingredients start to combine and the frosting begins to form.
- Mix on medium: Increase the speed to medium and continue mixing for 1 minute to ensure the frosting becomes smooth and lump-free.
- Frost your cake: Spread the frosting evenly over a completely cooled cake or cupcakes.
- Garnish and store: Optionally, sprinkle extra cinnamon on top for garnish. Store any leftover frosting covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Make sure your butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for a lump-free frosting.
- If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a tablespoon or two of milk or cream while mixing.
- This frosting pairs well with spice cakes, carrot cakes, and pumpkin-flavored desserts.
- Store the frosted cake in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- Before serving, bring frosting closer to room temperature for easier slicing and better texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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