Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting
Elevate your desserts with this Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting, featuring the warm, aromatic flavor of allspice. Perfectly creamy and indulgent, this frosting complements a variety of cakes, but is especially delightful atop moist Carrot Cake, adding a hint of spice that enhances the natural sweetness of the cake. Whip up this easy-to-make frosting to impress your family and friends at your next gathering - it’s the finishing touch your baked goods have been missing!
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Servings
750
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
cream cheese
3 ounces (softened)
butter
1/3 cup (softened)
ground allspice
3/4 teaspoon (none)
confectioners' sugar
4 cups (sifted)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
milk
2 tablespoons (none)
Instructions
1
In a medium mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to combine the softened cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy.
2
Add in the ground allspice and blend until fully incorporated.
3
Gradually sift in the confectioners' sugar, mixing on low speed until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
4
Blend in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
5
Slowly add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, beating the mixture until it reaches a spreading consistency that's easy to work with.
6
Once the frosting is fully combined, spread it generously on your favorite cakes or cupcakes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
40
Fat
105
Carbs
5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting?
It is a creamy and indulgent frosting featuring the warm, aromatic flavor of allspice, perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
What is the main spice used in this frosting?
The main spice used in this recipe is ground allspice.
How much cream cheese do I need?
The recipe requires 3 ounces of cream cheese.
How should the cream cheese be prepared?
The cream cheese should be softened before mixing.
What amount of butter is required?
You will need 1/3 cup of butter.
Should the butter be softened?
Yes, the butter needs to be softened to combine properly with the cream cheese.
How much ground allspice is added?
The recipe calls for 3/4 teaspoon of ground allspice.
How much confectioners' sugar is needed?
You will need 4 cups of confectioners' sugar.
Is it necessary to sift the confectioners' sugar?
Yes, the sugar should be sifted to ensure the frosting is smooth and creamy.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe includes 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What is the purpose of adding milk?
Milk is added to help the frosting reach a spreading consistency that is easy to work with.
How much milk should be used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of milk.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to combine the softened cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy using a mixer.
When should the allspice be added?
Add the ground allspice after creaming the butter and cream cheese, blending until fully incorporated.
How should the sugar be added?
Gradually sift in the sugar while mixing on low speed until smooth.
What kind of mixer can I use?
You can use either a hand mixer or a stand mixer.
When do I add the vanilla extract?
Blend in the vanilla extract after the sugar has been mixed in to enhance the flavor.
How should I add the milk?
Slowly add the milk one tablespoon at a time while beating the mixture.
What cake pairs best with this frosting?
It is especially delightful atop moist Carrot Cake.
Can this frosting be used for cupcakes?
Yes, it can be spread generously on your favorite cupcakes.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 ingredients in this recipe.
What are the total calories?
The frosting contains approximately 750 calories.
How much fat is in this frosting?
There are 40 grams of fat in this recipe.
What is the carbohydrate content?
The frosting contains 105 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in the recipe?
There are 5 grams of protein in this frosting.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is an easy-to-make frosting designed to impress friends and family.
What flavor does the allspice provide?
It provides a warm, aromatic flavor and a hint of spice that enhances natural sweetness.
What is the desired texture of the frosting?
The frosting should be light, fluffy, smooth, and creamy.
How do I know when the frosting is done?
It is done when it is fully combined and reaches a consistency that is easy to spread.
What are some tags for this recipe?
Common tags include frosting, cream cheese, dessert, carrot cake, and spiced frosting.