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Perfect Buttercream Frosting
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Prep Time
8m
Cook Time
-
Total Time
8m
This perfect buttercream frosting is rich, sweet, and creamy, ideal for decorating and filling cakes and cupcakes. With just a few simple ingredients like butter, vanilla, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder (for a chocolate variation), this frosting is easy to make and perfect for any dessert.
Ingredients
Servings:
2.5
Scale:
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0.25
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6
Steps
1
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat softened butter until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes.
2
Add in vanilla extract and mix until combined and smooth.
3
Add in cocoa powder (if making chocolate buttercream), and powdered sugar 1 cup a time, mixing in between additions until smooth. After you add in the first 2 cups, add in milk and whip until smooth before adding in the final cup of powdered sugar.
4
Frost immediately or store covered in an airtight container.
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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Calories2,966kcal148%
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Fat179g8%
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Saturated Fat113g5%
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Carbohydrates357g17%
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Fiber6g0%
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Sugar336g16%
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Protein9g0%
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Cholesterol486mg24%
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Sodium573mg28%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.