Coconut Buttercream Frosting
A smooth and creamy coconut-infused frosting that elevates cakes and cupcakes to a tropical paradise.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Cream the butter in a large bowl until creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar gradually, mixing well to incorporate.
- Mix in the coconut milk and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
- Fold in the shredded coconut for added texture.
- Use immediately to frost or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Notes
If the frosting is too thick, add more coconut milk, one teaspoon at a time. For a stronger coconut flavor, use coconut extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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