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Easy Honey Frosting (Without Powdered Sugar)

Easy Honey Frosting (Without Powdered Sugar)

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Elevate your desserts with this Easy Honey Frosting (Without Powdered Sugar). This delightful buttercream frosting combines cream cheese and honey for a naturally sweet, creamy texture that’s perfect for spreading or piping on cakes and cupcakes. With no refined sugars, it’s a healthier alternative that doesn’t sacrifice taste. Whether you’re decorating a birthday cake or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this frosting adds a touch of elegance to any dessert. Its versatility means it can also double as a dip for fresh fruit or be used to enhance breakfast favorites like pancakes and waffles. Quick to prepare and using simple ingredients, this frosting is bound to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz Cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup Honey (preferably raw)
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp Pumpkin spice extract (or cinnamon)
  • 1/8 tsp Sea salt

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Add honey, cornstarch, extracts, and sea salt; mix until fluffy and creamy.
  3. Chill the frosting in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to firm it up.
  4. Pipe onto cupcakes or spread onto cakes as desired.

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