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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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Elevate your fall baking with this delightful Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe! Perfectly creamy and not overly sweet, it complements a variety of desserts from cakes to muffins. The warm flavors of pumpkin and cream cheese create an irresistible topping that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, this frosting is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Whether you use it on cupcakes or as a dip for cookies, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Once you try this recipe, you’ll want to keep it on hand throughout the season!

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 45 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Beat the unsalted butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add half of the pumpkin-flavored cream cheese and blend until fully incorporated. Mix in the remaining cream cheese, vanilla extract, and fine sea salt until smooth.
  3. Gradually add powdered sugar (start with 2 cups), mixing until smooth, then add more sugar as needed to reach desired consistency.
  4. If not using immediately, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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