Kahlua Buttercream Cake Filling
A luxurious Kahlua buttercream cake filling that combines rich coffee and cocoa flavors, perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup Kahlua
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (optional, for chocolate flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional, for extra coffee flavor)
Instructions
- Creaming the butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy.
- Sweetening the mix: Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until combined.
- Enriching with Kahlua: Pour in the Kahlua, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Beat on high speed until smooth.
- Flavor boosting: If desired, mix in cocoa powder or espresso powder for additional flavor.
- Filling perfection: Use immediately as a filling or pipe onto cupcakes.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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