Brown sugar frosting is a classic addition to any cake or cupcake. It’s simple to make and can be customized to your own taste. Here are four variations of brown sugar frosting that you can try.

  1. Creamy Brown Sugar Frosting: Add 1 cup of cream cheese, softened, to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat until smooth. Add 2 cups of brown sugar and beat until combined.
  2. Spiced Brown Sugar Frosting: Add 1 teaspoon each of ground cinnamon, ginger, and allspice to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat until combined. Add 2 cups of brown sugar and beat until combined.
  3. Maple Brown Sugar Frosting: Add 1 cup of maple syrup to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat until smooth. Add 2 cups of brown sugar and beat until combined.
  4. Caramel Brown Sugar Frosting: Add 1 cup (or more) of caramel sauce to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or use store-bought caramel frosting). Beat until smooth, then add 2 cups of brown sugar and beat until combined ..

Brown Sugar Cinnamon Buttercream

This cinnamon brown sugar frosting is the perfect topping for several desserts: carrot cake, cinnamon rolls, apple cider cupcakes, snickerdoodle cake, and so much more. This sweet frosting is a perfect buttercream for any of your favorite cakes. What will you be pairing this fluffy buttercream with?

How to Make Brown Sugar Buttercream Frosting

In a large bowl, mix the butter and brown sugar—and after a minute add the vanilla extract. Using a stand mixer is ideal. For exact measurements and detailed instructions, see the recipe card down below. Next, scrape the sides of the bowl, so all the batter is in the bowl. Then slowly use low speed to add the confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Lastly, add the milk and ground cinnamon until at desired consistency. Store, use, and enjoy when ready!

Tips for Making the Perfect Buttercream Frosting

For the silkiest buttercream, use finely ground powdered sugar. Sugar packages should list how finely ground it is. 10x is the finest. Use cool-temperature butter, not warm or melted butter. If you plan to add additional flavoring to your frosting, reduce the liquid so your buttercream consistency is still light and fluffy.

I hope you love this cinnamon brown sugar buttercream frosting as much as I do. What do you plan to pair your frosting with? I’d love to hear how it turned out and what you did with it. Let me know in the comments below!

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