Apple Pie Buttercream Frosting

Apple Pie Buttercream Frosting

Dolce Flav

Servings

12

Cook Time

10 minutes

Category

Oil Soluble Apple Flavoring

This Apple Pie Buttercream Frosting is creamy, fluffy, and packed with the warm flavors of apple and cinnamon, evoking the classic taste of homemade apple pie. Using apple extract and a touch of cinnamon, this frosting is perfect for cupcakes, cakes, or cookies during fall or holiday seasons. Its light golden hue complements spiced or vanilla cakes beautifully, while its smooth texture allows for easy spreading or piping. Quick and easy to make, this frosting brings the cozy, nostalgic flavor of apple pie directly to your desserts.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1–2 teaspoons apple extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Directions

  1. Beat Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter for 2–3 minutes until creamy and pale.

  2. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low speed at first, then medium speed until smooth and fluffy.

  3. Add Flavoring: Mix in apple extract, ground cinnamon, and optional vanilla extract. Taste and adjust flavor intensity as desired.

  4. Adjust Consistency: Add heavy cream or milk, one tablespoon at a time, until frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.

  5. Add Salt: Include a pinch of salt to balance sweetness.

  6. Frost and Decorate: Use immediately to frost cupcakes, cakes, or cookies. Chill briefly if firmer piping is needed for decorative designs.