Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of this creamy vanilla buttercream frosting, perfect for elevating your cakes and cupcakes to new heights of deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat the softened butter in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
- Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing on low speed to prevent mess; increase speed as sugar incorporates.
- Pour in heavy cream and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Add a pinch of salt, taste for balance, and adjust if needed.
- If the frosting is too thick, add more cream one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Notes
- For vibrant colors, incorporate food coloring.
- Experiment with flavor extracts like almond or lemon for unique variations.
- Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks; rewhip before use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg