Buttercream Frosting
Buttercream frosting is the ultimate indulgence for any cake or cupcake. This creamy, velvety icing transforms your desserts into show-stoppers with its rich flavor and delightful sweetness. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, or just a treat for yourself, this easy recipe will evoke nostalgia and elevate your baking game in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings (based on 1 tablespoon per serving) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 2–4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Gradually add sifted powdered sugar on low speed until fully incorporated to avoid mess.
- Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- Add heavy cream or milk one tablespoon at a time, mixing until you reach your desired consistency.
- Taste the frosting; adjust flavor with more vanilla or a pinch of salt as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg