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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting

A rich and creamy frosting made with pumpkin puree and cream cheese, perfect for autumn desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, frosting
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Frosting Base
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Method
 

Prepare the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Taste and adjust the spices or sweetness as desired.
  5. Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSugar: 15g

Notes

This frosting pairs well with pumpkin cake, spice cake, or as a dip for cookies.

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