Name: Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 4 cups powdered sugar; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

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A dreamy, creamy vanilla buttercream frosting that’s perfect for cakes and cupcakes.

Author: penny
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: Frosts approximately 24 cupcakes or one large cake 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Cream the butter in a large bowl until creamy.
Incorporate the powdered sugar gradually, mixing on low speed until well combined.
Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt.
Whip on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Frost immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Notes

Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0.3g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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