Kahlua Buttercream Cake Filling
A rich and creamy Kahlua buttercream filling that adds a delightful coffee twist to cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 5
- Total Time: 20
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup Kahlua liqueur
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (optional, for chocolate variation)
Instructions
- Cream the butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy.
- Gradually add in the powdered sugar, mixing until just combined.
- Pour in the Kahlua, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until the buttercream is smooth.
- If using cocoa powder, sift it in and mix until well incorporated.
- Use immediately as a filling or frosting, or store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Store leftover buttercream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg