Description
Learn to make smooth and delicious buttercream frosting for your cakes and cupcakes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the milk or cream, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Beat on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes, until light and fluffy.
- Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar for a thicker frosting or more milk for a thinner frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use European-style butter.
- Sift the powdered sugar to avoid lumps.
- Store buttercream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg