Best 6 Cinnamon Spice Cake Frosting Recipes

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Baking enthusiasts and dessert lovers, this article will guide you towards discovering the perfect frosting recipe to complement your cinnamon spice cake. Say goodbye to bland and boring cakes and embark on a flavorful journey with this exquisite frosting. Prepare to elevate your cakes to new heights of deliciousness as we dive into a world of creamy textures, tantalizing flavors, and the perfect finishing touch to your culinary masterpiece.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST CINNAMON BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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Spice up your frosted desserts with this delicious The Best Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting. It is so easy to make and tastes sweet, spicy and amazing!

Provided by Two Sisters Crafting

Categories     Frosting

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound (4 cups) of Powdered Sugar
1 cup Butter (We use Salted Sweet Cream Butter)
2-3 teaspoons of Vanilla
1-2 tablespoons of Milk
1 teaspoon of Ground Cinnamon
Decorating Bags
Wilton 2D Decorating Tip
Mixer

Steps:

  • Add powdered sugar to mixing bowl.Add softened sticks of butter
  • Add vanilla.
  • Add 1 tbsp of milk.
  • Beat on low until powdered sugar is incorporated. Then move mixer up to medium-high speed. Scrape sides and bottom of bowl often.
  • When completely mixed the frosting may appear dry.
  • Add more milk, a little bit at a time until frosting is the proper consistency.
  • Add Cinnamon.

CINNAMON BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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This is from The Cake Mix Doctor. Posted to go with Tomato Soup Spice Cake, but I think it'd be good with any spice cake recipe. Very simple to make. If you want plain buttercream frosting, omit cinnamon and replace it with another teaspoon of vanilla.

Provided by Jamia Motsinger

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup butter, room temperature
3 3/4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
3 -4 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place butter in large bowl.
  • Beat on low 30 seconds.
  • Add sugar about a cup at a time, beating on low between each addition.
  • Add 3 tablespoons milk, vanilla and cinnamon.
  • Beat on medium 1 minute.
  • Blend in up to 1 tablespoons of milk if frosting is too thick.

CINNAMON & SPICE CAKE FROSTING



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Very quick and easy way to prepare a fruit dip when wanting to serve it for dessert. I also use this to "frost" a spice cake as it makes a very light and tasty topping without all the sweet.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping
1/4 cup packed brown sugar (remove any lumps)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 dash ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the whipped topping, brown sugar and spices (I use a whisk to do this).
  • Serve with a fruit tray as a dip or use as a "frosting" for a spice or carrot cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.7, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 8.1, Carbohydrate 5.6, Sugar 5.5, Protein 0.3

PUMPKIN SPICE CAKE WITH CINNAMON CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



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This is a super easy and deliciously different pumpkin dessert. Great for the holidays or just for a quick get together

Provided by JPAULEYBUCKNER

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (15 ounce) can canned pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix with pudding
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup butter, softened
4 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. Whisk together the pumpkin, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix and oil. Beat in the eggs, then fold in the pumpkin mixture. Stir in the vanilla.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • To make cream cheese frosting: Cream together the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in the confectioners' sugar, mixing until smooth. Stir in the cinnamon and vanilla. Spread frosting over cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503 calories, Carbohydrate 58.6 g, Cholesterol 83.4 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 435.3 mg, Sugar 40.6 g

FROSTED SPICE CAKE



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From Berkshire, Massachusetts, Lorraine Darocha sends this moist and flavorful spice cake. It's easy to add cinnamon to prepared vanilla frosting for the fast finishing touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/8 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups water
2/3 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 can (12 ounces) whipped vanilla frosting

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Combine the water, oil, vinegar and vanilla; add to dry ingredients and beat until smooth (batter will be thin). , Pour into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Stir remaining cinnamon into frosting; spread over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICE CAKE WITH FROSTING



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My Grandma Susie would take this wonderful cake to barn raisings and to barn dances, where my Grandpa Ward would also take his fiddle. I hope my two grandchildren will have such warm memories of me when they are grandparents.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed dark brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup buttermilk
SEVEN-MINUTE FROSTING:
4 large egg whites
1-1/3 cups sugar
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. , Pour into two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a heatproof bowl of a stand mixer, whisk egg whites, sugar, water and cream of tartar until blended. Place over simmering water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisking constantly, heat mixture until a thermometer reads 160°, about 2-3 minutes., Remove from heat; add vanilla. With the whisk attachment of a stand mixer, beat on high speed until stiff glossy peaks form, about 7 minutes. Spread frosting between layers and over the top and sides of cake. Store frosted cake, uncovered, in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 173mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (59g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips for Making the Best Cinnamon Spice Cake Frosting:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the frosting will taste.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before you start mixing. This will help it blend smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Beat the cream cheese and butter together until they are light and fluffy. This will help incorporate air into the frosting, making it smooth and creamy.
  • Add the sugar gradually, beating well after each addition. This will help prevent the frosting from becoming grainy.
  • Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice to taste. Start with a small amount and add more until you reach the desired flavor.
  • If the frosting is too thick, add a little bit of milk or cream until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Chill the frosting for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help it firm up and make it easier to spread.

Conclusion:

Cinnamon spice cake frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of cakes and cupcakes. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With these tips, you can make the best cinnamon spice cake frosting that will impress your friends and family.

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