Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
This classic vanilla buttercream frosting is smooth, creamy, and perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. With just a few simple ingredients, it’s easy to make and customizable for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups (enough to frost 1-2 cakes) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 to 5 cups powdered sugar, sifted (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp fine salt (adjust to taste)
- 4 tsp vanilla extract
- 3–4 Tbsp heavy cream or whole milk (adjust to desired consistency)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the butter until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Add the salt, vanilla extract, and 3 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk. Beat on high speed until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
- Add more cream or milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Notes
- For a thicker frosting, use less heavy cream or milk.
- If the frosting is too sweet, you can reduce the amount of powdered sugar.
- This frosting can be tinted with food coloring or flavored with different extracts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 110kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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