Cinnamon Buttercream elevates classic buttercream to a new level. It has the perfect hint of cinnamon and pairs with Pumpkin Cake, Carrot Cake Cupcakes and more. With only 5 ingredients, anyone can easily make this.
Cinnamon Buttercream is the perfect complement to a variety of cakes and cookies. I have been making homemade frosting for my family for years and this is a new favorite.
The richness from the buttercream combined with cinnamon results in the best flavor. Flavored buttercream is effortless to make and I recently made Strawberry Buttercream. This recipe is wonderful served with Cinnamon Ice Cream Recipe and it’s an Easy Cinnamon Dessert Recipe.
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Why You Will Love This
- Minimum ingredients. You only need 5 pantry staples to make this recipe.
- Quick and easy. The entire recipe comes together super fast.
- Tastes amazing. The buttercream flavor with a hint of cinnamon is decadent and perfect for Fall.
Ingredients
- Butter. Unsalted.
- Powdered Sugar. Sift to remove lumps.
- Vanilla Extract. Pure vanilla is best.
- Ground Cinnamon. You can adjust to taste.
For the complete list of ingredients, please look at the recipe card at the bottom.
How to Make Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting
Step 1. First, beat the butter and add the vanilla to the stand mixer. Combine with a paddle attachment until mixed together.
Step 2. Next, add the teaspoons cinnamon and combine the batter using medium speed.
Step 3. Then, gradually add the powder sugar to the mixture. Mix until combined and scrape the sides of the bowl.
Step 4. Add the milk slowly until the texture is the desired consistency.
Step 5. Refrigerate the frosting until ready to use.
Step 6. Pipe the frosting on to cupcakes or spread on cake layers as desired.
Tips for Success
- Softened Butter. It will be easier to cream the butter if it is softened. The consistency will also be smoother.
- Gradually add the milk. Continue to add milk until the desired texture.
Storage
Place the frosting inside an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 5 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this frosting is perfect to freeze. Make sure the frosting is sealed tightly to ensure it does not get freezer burn.
Freeze up to 3 months. Allow to thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to use.
Keep in mind that buttercream frosting is a very sweet recipe. You can add a pinch of salt to cut down on the sweetness. However, do not add too much or you risk ruining the entire batch of frosting.
If the frosting is too thin for your preference, the first step is to refrigerate it. The temperature may be too warm in your kitchen and result in the butter softening too much.
Refrigerate the frosting for 40 minutes to 1 hour and check on the consistency. If it is still too runny, add more powdered sugar. Start with ¼ cup and combine together until desired texture.
Add 1 teaspoon of milk and combine the ingredients. Continue to do this until it is the desired thickness. Do not add too much milk at once or you might use too much.
More Homemade Frosting Recipes
- Blackberry Buttercream Frosting
- Strawberry Buttercream Frosting
- Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
- Nutella Frosting Recipe
Once you try this delicious frosting, I would love for you to leave a star rating and a comment. It makes my day hearing your feedback on recipes.
Cinnamon Buttercream
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
- 5-6 cups Powdered Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1-2 Tablespoons Milk
Instructions
For the Cupcakes:
- Beat together the butter and vanilla extract with a hand held or stand up mixer until thoroughly combined.
- Add in the cinnamon. Stir until combined.
- Mix in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until combined.
- Slowly add the milk until the frosting is the consistency that you prefer.
- Chill until ready to use and then the frosting is ready to enjoy!
