Begin by placing 1 cup of softened unsalted butter into a large mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat the butter on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth and creamy.

Gradually add half of the pumpkin-flavored cream cheese to the whipped butter. Continue mixing on medium-low speed for another 2-3 minutes.

Now, add the rest of the pumpkin cream cheese, 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of fine sea salt to the mixture. Beat everything together on medium speed for about 1-2 minutes.

Start by adding 2 cups of powdered sugar to the creamy mixture. Blend on low speed for about 1-2 minutes until the sugar is fully absorbed.

Once your Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting has reached a spreadable texture, assess its firmness. If it appears too soft to frost, chill it in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes or add more powdered sugar.

Your frosting is now smooth and the perfect consistency, ready to be used on cakes, cupcakes, or bagels!