Use a light-colored saucepan to better monitor the color of the butter as it browns. Sifting the confectioners' sugar ensures a smooth, lump-free frosting. For a salted brown butter frosting, add a pinch of sea salt to the butter while browning. Allowing the browned butter to cool slightly before adding the confectioners' sugar can prevent the frosting from becoming too liquid. This frosting is best used immediately, but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Brown Butter Frosting
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME5 mins
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TOTAL TIME15 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS45
Rediscover the magic of browned butter in this luxuriously nutty and deeply flavorful frosting. Perfect for elevating simple treats like brownies or cupcakes into sophisticated indulgences, this frosting is a testament to the transformative power of simple ingredients.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate31 g
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Cholesterol12 mg
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Protein0 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium34 mg
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Sugar31 g
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Fat5 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View In a light-colored saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter, stirring constantly. Continue to cook until the butter foams, then subsides, revealing golden-brown solids at the bottom of the pan and emitting a nutty aroma. Be vigilant to prevent burning; this should take approximately 5-10 minutes.
02 Step
Recipe View Immediately remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the sifted confectioners' sugar until mostly dissolved. The mixture will appear thick at first.
03 Step
Recipe View Add the milk and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until the frosting is smooth, light, and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved. If it is too thin, add a tablespoon of confectioners’ sugar at a time, and beat until it thickens. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
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Jackeline Glover
Jun 5, 2025This frosting is absolutely divine! The nutty flavor of the browned butter takes it to another level. I put it on my chocolate cupcakes, and they were a hit!
Rex Miller
Apr 26, 2025I was a little intimidated by the browning butter process, but the directions were so clear, and it turned out perfectly! My brownies have never tasted so good.
Pink King
Mar 24, 2025I made this frosting for a birthday cake, and everyone raved about it. The subtle, rich flavor is so much better than regular buttercream.