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Buttercream Frosting


  • Total Time: 10 minutes

Description

Basic buttercream frosting you can whip up in minutes.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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