Buttercream Frosting Recipe

A versatile buttercream frosting recipe provides a smooth and creamy finish for various baked goods.

Category Tags:

DessertIngredient

Cuisine Tags:

American

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Instructions

  1. Beat butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy.

  2. Reduce mixer speed to low, then add salt, sifted confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and 3 tablespoons of cream or milk; beat until blended.

  3. Increase speed to medium-high and beat for 4-5 minutes, adding more milk or cream one teaspoon at a time if needed to reach desired consistency.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 135 kcal
Carbohydrate: 17 g
Cholesterol: 20 mg
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 0 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Sodium: 6 mg
Sugar: 17 g
Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g