Ultimate Buttercream Frosting
A magical blend of creaminess and sweetness that enhances your favorite desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Frosts approximately 24 cupcakes or a two-layer cake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2–4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
- Cream the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy.
- Gradually Incorporate the Sugar: Slowly add the powdered sugar, mixing on low until it’s fully combined.
- Add the Vanilla: Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- Adjusting the Consistency: If needed, add heavy cream or milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- Whip for the Fluff Factor: Beat the frosting on high speed for an additional 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Frost Away: Use immediately to frost cupcakes, layer cakes, or other desserts.
Notes
Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Re-whip before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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