Buttercream Frosting Recipe

What You’ll Love About This Recipe

This buttercream frosting recipe is a game-changer for any baker, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess. With just a few simple steps, you’ll create a frosting that’s smooth, versatile, and absolutely delicious. First, it’s incredibly easy to make, even if you’re a beginner in the kitchen. Second, it’s super customizable—you can add flavors, colors, or even make it dairy-free. Finally, it spreads like a dream, making your cakes and cupcakes look professional every time.

Recipe

Buttercream frosting is a versatile and delicious topping for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It’s smooth, creamy, and easy to customize with different flavors and colors.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud.
3. Add the vanilla extract, salt, and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. If the frosting is too thick, add more cream, 1 teaspoon at a time.

Notes:

• For chocolate buttercream, add ½ cup cocoa powder or melted and cooled chocolate.
• Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

Time:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 0 minutes
• Serving: Enough for 24 cupcakes or a 9×13-inch cake

Nutrition

Buttercream frosting is a sweet and creamy topping for cakes and cupcakes. Here’s a breakdown of its nutritional content per serving:

What To Serve With It

I love pairing buttercream frosting with classic vanilla or chocolate cake—it’s a match made in dessert heaven! For something a little different, I’ve found it’s amazing on sugar cookies or even sandwiched between two soft chocolate chip cookies. Trust me, once you try these combos, you’ll want to frost everything in sight!

Cake Pairings

When I’m whipping up a batch of buttercream frosting, I always think about what kind of cake will make it shine. Chocolate cakes are a classic choice, while vanilla cupcakes let the frosting take center stage. Red velvet pairs beautifully for a rich contrast, and carrot cake adds a cozy, spiced twist. For something playful, I love slathering it on funfetti treats—it’s pure joy in every bite!

Cookie Combinations

If you’re looking to take your buttercream frosting beyond cakes, cookies are a fantastic way to mix things up. I love pairing vanilla buttercream with rich chocolate chip cookies—it’s a classic combo. For something fun, try lemon frosting on shortbread or strawberry buttercream sandwiched between sugar cookies. Don’t be afraid to experiment with cookie flavor combinations and frosting combinations; sometimes, the weirdest mixes turn out the best!