Cinnamon Maple Cream Cheese Frosting: The Perfect Topping for Fall Desserts
This Cinnamon Maple Cream Cheese Frosting perfectly blends sweet maple syrup, warm cinnamon, and tangy cream cheese. It’s light, airy, and fluffy—perfect for topping your favorite baked treats. Whether you’re frosting a cake, spreading it over cinnamon rolls, or pairing it with pumpkin bread, this frosting adds a deliciously sweet finish to every bite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Versatile: Spread it on cinnamon rolls, muffins, cupcakes, or even your favorite quick bread for an extra layer of deliciousness.
- Flavors of Fall: The warm notes of cinnamon and maple syrup bring cozy, fall-inspired flavors that pair perfectly with all your pumpkin baking recipes this time of year.
- Light and Fluffy: Despite being rich in flavor, the cream cheese base makes this frosting wonderfully light and airy.
Ingredients
This simple cream cheese frosting requires just six ingredients, making it easy to prepare. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Cream Cheese: Full-fat for a creamy texture.
- Powdered Sugar: To thicken and sweeten the frosting.
- Butter: Unsalted, softened for a rich flavor.
- Maple Syrup: Adds sweetness and a hint of maple flavor.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness.
- Ground Cinnamon: Provides warmth and spice.
Kitchen Tools (affiliate links): hand mixer | mixing bowl
How to Make Cinnamon Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter, maple syrup, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Mix: Using a hand mixer, blend the ingredients until smooth and fluffy.
- Adjust Thickness: If the frosting is too thick, add a splash of milk or cream. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar to reach your desired consistency.
Recipe Tips
- Softened Cream Cheese: Use softened cream cheese for a smooth and creamy texture. This helps it blend easily with the other ingredients.
- Salted Butter: If using salted butter, omit the additional salt.
- Thinning the Frosting: For a smoother consistency, add 1-2 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk to thin the frosting to your desired texture.
- Large Batch: This frosting makes a large batch, you can easily cut the recipe in half to suit your needs.
- Storage: Any leftover frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Cinnamon Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 4 tablespoons butter softened
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter, maple syrup, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Using a hand mixer, blend the ingredients until smooth and fluffy.
- If the frosting is too thick, add a splash of milk or cream. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar to reach your desired consistency.
Notes
- Softened Cream Cheese: Use softened cream cheese for a smooth and creamy texture. This helps it blend easily with the other ingredients.
- Salted Butter: If using salted butter, omit the additional salt.
- Thinning the Frosting: For a smoother consistency, add 1-2 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk to thin the frosting to your desired texture.
- Storage: Any leftover frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Large Batch: This frosting makes a large batch, you can easily cut the recipe in half to suit your needs
About Sarah
Wife. Mother. From-Scratch Cook. Homemaker.
I’m Sarah, the creator of Rocky Hedge Farm, where I share my love for simple living, homemade meals, and creating a cozy home. As a wife and mother, I’m passionate about slowing down, cooking from scratch, and finding joy in the everyday moments of life. From DIY projects and family-friendly recipes, I hope to inspire others to embrace a life rooted in simplicity and warmth.
