Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
A classic and creamy vanilla buttercream frosting, perfect for frosting cakes and cupcakes with a light and fluffy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Enough to generously frost 2-3 layered cakes or 24 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2–4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Creaming the butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy.
- Sweetening the base: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Adding flavor: Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Adjusting the consistency: Pour in the heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, and continue to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Perfecting the frosting: Adjust the consistency with additional cream if needed.
- Ready to use: Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow to come to room temperature before reusing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg