Description
Learn how to make the perfect vanilla frosting that’s ideal for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. This fluffy and spreadable buttercream is easy to whip up and offers a delectable vanilla flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2–3 minutes, until light and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low after each addition to prevent a sugar cloud. Once all sugar is incorporated, add the vanilla extract, salt, and 2 tablespoons of cream or milk. Beat on medium-high speed for 2–3 more minutes, until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable. Add a little more cream if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Notes
- This frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and piping.
- To make it whiter, use clear vanilla extract and beat the butter for an extra minute before adding sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
