Classic Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
A silky, fluffy classic vanilla buttercream frosting that’s perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 4 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cream the butter in a large bowl using an electric mixer until creamy.
- Introduce the powdered sugar gradually, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Whip on high speed for 3 minutes until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
- Time to frost! Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Butter must be at room temperature for best results. Sift the powdered sugar for a smoother texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg