Best 2 Brown Sugar Maple Frosting Recipes

Craving a sweet and flavorful frosting that perfectly complements your cakes, cupcakes, or pastries? Look no further than brown sugar maple frosting! This luscious frosting combines the rich, caramelized flavor of brown sugar with the delicate sweetness of maple syrup, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through the steps to create the perfect brown sugar maple frosting that will elevate your baking creations to the next level.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BROWN SUGAR-MAPLE FROSTING

Brown Sugar-Maple Frosting image

This makes a somewhat stiff frosting that tastes a bit like toffee and is perfect for covering fall desserts. From apple cakes to pumpkin cookies to cranberry-walnut cupcakes, this is my go-to frosting to capture the flavors of my favorite season. I like to top it with chopped walnuts and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Be warned, however, that it's extremely sweet, so it's best paired with low-sugar baked goods. A little goes a long way.

Provided by VasaMN

Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

¼ cup butter
½ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons maple syrup, divided
3 tablespoons milk
1 ½ cups powdered sugar

Steps:

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and 2 tablespoons maple syrup; stir frequently until sugar is melted. Add milk and stir frequently it comes to a boil. Pour mixture into a mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly, 10 to 12 minutes.
Add powdered sugar and remaining 1 tablespoon maple syrup to the cooled mixture; beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Spread frosting while it's still warm for best results.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 10.5 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 32 mg, Sugar 27.4 g

MAPLE-WALNUT CAKE WITH BROWN-SUGAR FROSTING

Maple-Walnut Cake with Brown-Sugar Frosting image

Walnuts add a nutty dimension to this rich, decadent dessert. This maple-walnut cake with brown sugar frosting is perfect for any fall occasion.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled), plus more for pans
4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups pure maple syrup
3/4 cup whole milk
1 cup chopped walnut halves, toasted
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
3/4 cup packed dark-brown sugar
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Make the cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly coat two 9-inch round cake pans (2 inches deep) with cooking spray. Line bottoms with parchment paper; lightly coat parchment with cooking spray. Flour parchment and sides (tapping out excess); set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter and brown sugar on high until light and fluffy, 5 minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time, scraping down bowl as needed. With mixer on medium-high, add maple syrup in a slow, steady stream. Add flour mixture in 2 additions, alternating with milk, beating well after each addition and scraping down bowl as needed. Fold in walnuts.
Divide batter between pans; firmly tap pans on a flat surface several times to remove air bubbles. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center of a cake comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cakes cool in pans on wire racks, 15 minutes, then invert onto racks; peel off parchment. Invert cakes again and let cool completely on racks. With a serrated knife, trim domed top from each cake to make a flat surface.
Make frosting: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese, butter, and brown sugar on high until light and fluffy, 5 minutes. Gradually add confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
Assemble cake: Place one layer, top side up, on a cake stand or serving plate. Spread top evenly with 1 1/2 cups frosting. Top with second layer, top side down. Spread remaining frosting over top and around sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 893 g, Fat 44 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 24 g

Tips:

Use unsalted butter at room temperature for a smooth and creamy frosting.
Beat the butter and cream cheese together until light and fluffy before adding the powdered sugar.
Add the powdered sugar gradually, one cup at a time, to prevent the frosting from becoming too thick or lumpy.
Stir in the maple syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
If the frosting is too thick, add a little milk or cream, one tablespoon at a time, until it reaches the desired consistency.
If the frosting is too thin, add more powdered sugar, one tablespoon at a time, until it reaches the desired consistency.
Use the frosting immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Brown sugar maple frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used to top cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and other desserts. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its rich, maple flavor and creamy texture, brown sugar maple frosting is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.