Simple and Delicious Buttercream Frosting

Simple and Delicious Buttercream Frosting
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    700

Transform your cupcakes and cakes into delectable masterpieces with this quick and easy vanilla buttercream frosting. Using just a handful of ingredients, you can create a light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet topping that will impress everyone.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    21 g
  • Cholesterol
    13 mg
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    35 mg
  • Sugar
    21 g
  • Fat
    10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Image Step 01
01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and shortening together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Beat in the vanilla extract until well combined. Approximately 1 minute.

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03 Step

Recipe View 3 mins Gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time, beating on medium speed until fully incorporated after each addition. About 2-3 minutes.

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04 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, beating on high speed until the frosting is smooth, creamy, and fully incorporated. This will take about 1-2 minutes.

For a richer flavor, try using brown butter.
If the frosting is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
For a dairy-free option, substitute the butter with vegan butter and the milk with a plant-based milk alternative.
Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
Food coloring can be added in the final step.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 233 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Milton Marquardt

    I added a bit of lemon extract, and it was divine!

  • Seamus Weissnat

    I doubled the recipe for a cake, and it worked great. Thanks for sharing!

  • Edwin Lueilwitzbashirian

    This recipe was so easy to follow, and the frosting came out perfect!

  • Nathen Shanahan

    I found it a little too sweet, so I added a pinch of salt, and it was perfect for my taste.

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