Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
A classic Vanilla Buttercream Frosting that’s creamy, sweet, and perfect for topping cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Makes enough to frost 2-3 cake layers or 24 cupcakes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat the butter until creamy in a large bowl.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mixture.
- Beat on high until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Adjust the consistency with more cream or sugar if needed.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Whip again before using to restore consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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