Description

Indulge in the creamy sweetness of homemade buttercream frosting, perfect for elevating any cake or cupcake. This simple recipe guarantees a luscious, velvety texture and rich flavor that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or just satisfying a sweet craving, this buttercream frosting will become your go-to topping for all occasions.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 tsp vanilla extract
2–4 tbsp heavy cream or milk

Instructions

Gather all ingredients on your countertop for easy access.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Gradually add sifted powdered sugar while mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
Add vanilla extract and heavy cream/milk; mix on medium speed until fluffy.
Adjust consistency by adding more cream or powdered sugar as needed.
Use a spatula or piping bag to decorate your cakes or cupcakes as desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Calories: 130
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting vanilla extract with almond extract or lemon zest. You can also tint your frosting with food coloring to match themed events. Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, re-whipping before use.