Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting Recipe

Indulge in the warm, comforting aroma of cinnamon with this incredibly easy Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting! Perfect for spice cakes (like our Tomato Soup Spice Cake!), this recipe is unbelievably simple to whip up. A delightful twist on classic buttercream, it's also easily adaptable – omit the cinnamon and add extra vanilla for a plain buttercream base. Get ready to frost your favorite cake and experience pure deliciousness!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 653 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.6 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting

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How to Make Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting

  1. Add 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened unsalted butter to a large bowl.
  2. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds using an electric mixer.
  3. Gradually add 3-4 cups powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed between each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Add 3 tablespoons of milk, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  5. Beat on medium speed for 1 minute, or until light and fluffy.
  6. If the frosting is too thick, gradually add up to 1 tablespoon of milk, beating until desired consistency is reached.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

440g

Fat

74g

Carbs

37g