Special Buttercream Frosting

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Creating the perfect buttercream frosting is an art, and with this special recipe, you’ll be a master artist! Rich, creamy, and decadently sweet, this frosting is the ultimate topping for any cake or cupcake. With just a few simple ingredients and some easy mixing, you’ll be whipping up a frosting that’s simply divine.

Ready Time

30 mins

Yields

10 servings

Table of Contents

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 3/4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1/2 teaspoon salt
2-4 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer until it’s creamy and light.

This should take about 2 minutes.

Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar to the mixing bowl, beating continuously.

Beat in the salt as well.

Beat in the powdered sugar mixture for about 3 minutes, until it’s smooth and fluffy.

You might need to stop the mixer occasionally to scrape down the sides of the bowl.

Add the milk or heavy cream, starting with 2 tablespoons and adding more as needed, until you get your desired consistency.

You want the frosting to be smooth and spreadable, but not too thin.

Beat in the vanilla extract until it’s fully incorporated.

Beat the frosting for an additional 2-3 minutes, until it’s light, fluffy, and doubled in volume.

Use your Special Buttercream Frosting immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

Make sure to use room temperature butter for a light and fluffy frosting.

Don’t over-sift the powdered sugar, as it can make it too airy and affect the frosting’s consistency.

If you’re not using the frosting right away, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, but let it come to room temperature before using.

If you find the frosting too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar.

If it’s too thick, add a bit more milk or cream.

This frosting is perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, and can be flavored with different extracts like almond or coconut for a different twist.

Since this recipe makes about 10 servings, feel free to halve or double the ingredients based on your needs.