Description
Basic buttercream frosting you can whip up in minutes.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 1/2 to 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract – use Clear Vanilla Extract to keep frosting white
- 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Set your butter out for 30 to 60 minutes before mixing so it has time to soften.
In the bowl of an electric mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed for a couple minutes, or until smooth.
Turn the mixer to low, and slowly add in the first 3 cups of sugar. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium-low and mix until combined. With the mixer back on low, add in the liquid ingredients and mix until combined. - Turn the mixer to low, and slowly add in the first 3 cups of sugar. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium-low and mix until combined.
With the mixer back on low, add in the liquid ingredients and mix until combined. - Whip until creamy: Once everything is incorporated, mix on medium until smooth and creamy.
Add the remaining sugar: Decrease the speed of the mixer and add in the the remaining 1/2 to 1 cup of sugar until the buttercream is as firm as you want it for your recipe. Turn the mixer back up and whip again until fluffy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American