Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 167kcal 8%
Fat 11g 16%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Fiber 0g 0%
Sugar 16g 32%
Protein 2g 4%
Cholesterol 77mg 25%
Sodium 30mg 1%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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French Buttercream Frosting Recipe

Name: French Buttercream Frosting Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 32
Ingredients: 5 1/2 ounces egg yolk (shy 2/3 cup; 155g), from about 10 large eggs; 5 1/4 ounces plain or lightly toasted sugar (about 3/4 cup; 145g); see note; 1 ounce bourbon, brandy, rum, tea, or coffee (about 2 tablespoons; 30g); 1/4 ounce vanilla extract (1 1/2 teaspoons; 7g); 1/2 teaspoon (2g) Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt, use about half as much by volume or the same weight; 16 ounces unsalted butter (4 sticks; 455g), softened to about 65°F (18°C)

Prep 10m

Cook 15m

Total 25m

This French Buttercream Frosting Recipe is rich and luxurious, made with egg yolks, sugar, bourbon, vanilla, and unsalted butter. It's perfect for frosting cakes, cupcakes, and cookies, and adds a deliciously indulgent touch to any dessert.