Pumpkin Spice Frosting Recipe | Real Buttercream

makes 1lb of pumpkin spice frosting | active time: 15 minutes | full time: 15 minutes | easy

Ingredients for Pumpkin Spice Frosting:

• 4 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
• 6-8 cups powdered sugar (start with 6)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1-2 tablespoons vanilla extract
• 1/4-1/2 cup heavy cream or whole milk

Method:

1. Beat the butter and salt together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes
2. Add 6 cups powdered sugar gradually (in 3-4 batches), beating on low speed after each addition
3. Add vanilla extract (start with 1 tablespoon) and 1/4 cup milk/cream
4. Beat on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until fluffy
5. Add 1/4 cup of pumpkin + 2 tsp pumpkin spice, mix together
6. Taste and adjust: Add more sugar 1/2 cup at a time if flavor is lacking, or more milk 1 tablespoon at a time for silkier texture