Rick's Special Buttercream Frosting

Rick's Special Buttercream Frosting
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    2.3K

Transform your desserts with this luxuriously smooth and perfectly sweet buttercream frosting, ideal for creating elegant borders, luscious layers, or simply adding a delightful touch to your favorite treats.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    80 g
  • Cholesterol
    27 mg
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Saturated Fat
    13 g
  • Sodium
    105 mg
  • Sugar
    78 g
  • Fat
    42 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a large mixing bowl, cream the vegetable shortening using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. (Approximately 3-5 minutes)

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View 7 mins Gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time, creaming continuously until fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth. (Approximately 5-7 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Add the sea salt and vanilla extract, blending until just combined.

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04 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Slowly pour in 6 ounces (3/4 cup) of the chilled heavy whipping cream while mixing on low speed until moistened. If needed, add up to 2 additional ounces (1/4 cup) of cream to achieve desired consistency.

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05 Step

Recipe View 3 mins Increase the mixer speed to high and beat until the frosting is light, airy, and fluffy. (Approximately 2-3 minutes)

For the best texture, ensure your shortening is at room temperature but not overly soft.
Sifting the confectioners' sugar prevents lumps and ensures a silky-smooth frosting.
Adjust the amount of heavy cream to achieve your desired consistency. For piping, a stiffer frosting is ideal, while a slightly thinner consistency is perfect for spreading.
For a richer flavor, try using salted butter-flavored shortening.
This frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Allow it to come to room temperature and re-whip before using.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 755 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Opal Barton

    I found that using slightly cold shortening made the frosting even more stable, especially in warmer weather.

  • August Hintzpollich

    I love how stable this frosting is. It held its shape beautifully for my cupcake decorations.

  • Cheyenne Purdy

    This recipe is a game-changer! My buttercream has never been so smooth and easy to work with.

  • Cleo Howell

    Easy to follow directions and a fantastic result. Will definitely be my go-to buttercream recipe from now on!

  • Kaden Jacobi

    The vanilla flavor is perfect, not too overpowering. I added a drop of almond extract for a little something extra.

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