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Vanilla Buttercream Frosting Recipe
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Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
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Total Time
15m
This rich and creamy vanilla buttercream frosting is the perfect topping for cakes and cupcakes. With just a few simple ingredients like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, you can create a delicious and indulgent frosting that will elevate any dessert. Add heavy cream or milk for the perfect consistency.
Ingredients
Servings:
24
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Steps
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment (or handheld electric mixer), beat butter on high speed for 5 minutes or until lightened in color and whipped, scraping down the bowl as needed.
2
Meanwhile, sift 4 1/2 to 5 cups of powdered sugar. Reduce mixer to medium-low speed and add powdered sugar one heaping Tablespoon at a time, letting it incorporate with each addition. Add powdered sugar to taste and beat until it is fully incorporated, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
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Add 1/4 tsp fine salt (or to taste), then add 4 tsp Vanilla Extract, beating until incorporated.
4
Add 3 Tbsp heavy cream or milk, 1 Tbsp at a time, and adding it to the desired consistency. Beat another minute until whipped and well combined.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total
recipe.
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Calories445kcal22%
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Fat31g1%
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Saturated Fat19g0%
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Carbohydrates42g2%
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Fiber0g0%
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Sugar40g2%
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Protein0g0%
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Cholesterol83mg4%
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Sodium10mg0%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.