Easy Buttercream Frosting
A creamy, fluffy buttercream frosting that is perfect for decorating cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Frosts 2-3 cakes or 24 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cream the butter in a large mixing bowl until creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Beat on high for about 2 minutes until fluffy.
- Use immediately to frost or store in the refrigerator, letting it come to room temperature before use.
Notes
Perfect for a classic cake or cupcakes. Add sprinkles or fruit slices for decoration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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