Marshmallow Buttercream Frosting
A fluffy and sweet marshmallow buttercream frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Makes enough for a 2-layer cake or 24 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff
Instructions
- Cream the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. This sets a smooth base for your frosting.
- Sweeten Up with Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined. The sugar will dissolve into the buttery goodness, creating a thick base.
- Add the Cream and Vanilla: Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth. This will lighten the texture, making it fluffy and easy to spread.
- Fold in the Marshmallow Fluff: Lastly, fold in the marshmallow fluff gently until incorporated. Take your time here; the fluff brings that signature sweetness that makes this frosting irresistible!
- Frost Your Treats: Use the frosting immediately on cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Watch it transform your baked goods into something truly special!
Notes
For a salted marshmallow frosting variation, add a pinch of sea salt. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg