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Buttercream Frosting
This simple and delicious vanilla buttercream is perfect for frosting cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- No separate cook time
- Yield
- 1 serving
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 tbsp vanilla (15mL)
- 1 lb confectioner's sugar (454g)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (225g, room temperature)
- 3 tbsp heavy whipping cream (45mL)
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Whip the butter and salt for about a minute using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. You can use a hand mixer instead if needed.
- 2
Sift in the confectioner’s sugar in several batches beating on low after each addition. Scrape the bowl down and repeat the process.
- 3
Add a tablespoon of the cream while mixing on low then add the vanilla. Beat until you have an even, fluffy consistency. You can add more cream or milk if desired for a thinner consistency.