Pineapple Cream Cheese Frosting
Pineapple frosting gives any dessert especially delicious with coconut. This recipe can also be a combination of tropical flavors that are a delight. Coconut and pineapple are a winning duo. If you don't have pineapple juice or pineapple flavor or extract, lemon is another great option.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter room temperature
- 1/2 cup cream cheese room temperature
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- In the bowl of a mixer beat butter and cream cheese until smooth and whipped fluffy for 2-3 minutes on medium speed.
- In a medium bowl mix the powdered sugar with the pineapple juice and milk until it's a thick syrup consistency. Whisk it smooth.
- With the mixer running on low, slowly pour the powdered sugar mix into the whipped butter and cream cheese. Continue mixing for 4-5 minutes on low to medium-low.
- The frosting will be thick, smooth, and creamy, without air bubbles.
- Then spread the frosting on cake or cupcakes. Use the back of the spoon to create swooping swirls, or spread smoothly.