Easy Honey Frosting (Without Powdered Sugar) Recipe

Introduction

This easy honey frosting offers a smooth and creamy alternative to traditional powdered sugar frostings. Sweetened naturally with honey and lightly spiced, it pairs perfectly with cupcakes and cakes for a delightful, unique finish.

Ingredients

• 8 oz. cream cheese (full fat, room temperature, can also use honey cinnamon or honey cream cheese)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 1/3 cup honey (raw honey recommended for thickness and sweetness)
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice extract (or cinnamon spice extract)
• 1/8 tsp sea salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and well combined.
2. Step 2: Add the honey, cornstarch, vanilla extract, pumpkin spice extract, and sea salt. Mix until the frosting is fluffy and very creamy. The color will be off-white or pale beige.
3. Step 3: Chill the frosting in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to firm it up slightly.
4. Step 4: Fill a piping bag with the frosting and attach a Wilton tip 1M (big star tip) to pipe swirls on cupcakes. Alternatively, use a spatula to spread the frosting over your baked goods.

Tips & Variations

• For a different flavor twist, try substituting pumpkin spice extract with cinnamon or maple extract.
• If you prefer a sweeter frosting, add a touch more honey but be careful not to make it too runny.
• Ensure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature to achieve the smoothest texture.
• Raw honey is recommended for its thicker consistency and richer sweetness compared to regular honey.

Storage

Store leftover honey frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Before using again, let it come to room temperature and give it a quick whip to restore creaminess. This frosting is not ideal for freezing as texture may change.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use this frosting on cakes as well as cupcakes?

Yes, this honey frosting works beautifully on both cupcakes and cakes. Just make sure to chill it so it holds its shape well if piping decorations.

Is this frosting suitable for people avoiding powdered sugar?

Absolutely. This recipe uses honey and cornstarch instead of powdered sugar, making it a great option for those looking to avoid refined sugars or powdered sugar specifically.

Easy Honey Frosting (Without Powdered Sugar) Recipe

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This Easy Honey Frosting recipe offers a luscious, creamy alternative to traditional powdered sugar frostings, using raw honey to add natural sweetness and a rich depth of flavor. Made with cream cheese and butter, it’s perfectly smooth and fluffy, flavored with vanilla and warm pumpkin spice, ideal for piping or spreading on cupcakes and cakes.

• Author: Grace
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: Enough frosting for about 12 cupcakes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Frosting Ingredients

• 8 oz. Cream cheese (full fat, room temperature; can also use honey cinnamon or honey cream cheese)
• 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 1/3 cup Raw honey (thicker and sweeter preferred)
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp Pumpkin spice extract (or cinnamon spice extract)
• 1/8 tsp Sea salt

Instructions

1. Cream the base: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature cream cheese and unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
2. Add sweeteners and flavorings: Mix in the raw honey, cornstarch, vanilla extract, pumpkin spice extract, and sea salt until the icing becomes fluffy, creamy, and slightly pale beige in color.
3. Chill the frosting: Refrigerate the frosting for about 20 minutes to allow it to firm up and reach the perfect consistency for decorating.
4. Decorate your treats: Fill a piping bag fitted with a Wilton 1M (big star) tip with the frosting and pipe swirls onto cupcakes, or use a spatula to spread the frosting onto cakes or other baked goods. Enjoy your naturally sweetened honey frosting!

Notes

• Use raw honey for the best flavor and sweetness.
• Chilling the frosting helps it hold its shape better when piping.
• You can substitute pumpkin spice extract with cinnamon spice extract if preferred.
• If you want a different flavor profile, try using honey cinnamon or honey cream cheese instead of plain cream cheese.
• This frosting is best used within 2-3 days if refrigerated.

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