Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting
Elevate your fall desserts with this delightful Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe! This creamy, flavorful frosting combines the warmth of pumpkin with the rich tanginess of cream cheese, making it a perfect topping for cakes, cupcakes, or even as a dip for fresh fruit. Whip up a batch in just five minutes and enjoy its versatility—whether you’re treating yourself on a busy weeknight or impressing guests at family gatherings, this frosting is sure to be a hit. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll want to keep this recipe close at hand throughout the autumn season!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings (based on 1 tablespoon per serving) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 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 butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add half of the pumpkin cream cheese; mix until fully incorporated. Then add remaining cream cheese, vanilla extract, and sea salt, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, starting with 2 cups and mixing well before adding more. Adjust the amount based on desired sweetness and consistency.
- Once ready, store in an airtight container in the fridge until serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 59
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg