Monday, October 24, 2016

Mexican Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

1 8oz package neufchâtel cream cheese, room temp
1 stick unsalted butter, room temp
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 cups confectioners suger, sifted
3oz unsweetened chocolate, melted

Using a handheld electric mixer, cream the cream cheese and butter together thoroughly. Add the chili powder and cinnamon, mixing to incorporate. Add the salt, vanilla, and confectioners sugar. Finally, mix in the melted chocolate and blend thoroughly until smooth. Spread over cupcakes or cake and sprinkle lightly with more chili powder.

{from Food Network}