Vanilla Buttercream Frosting Recipe
Need frosting that flatters every cake unapologetically? Vanilla Buttercream Frosting Recipe delivers silky sweetness with cloud-like texture. It whips up fluffy, smooth, and beautifully pipeable. One swirl hides every crumb with confidence. Pure vanilla aroma adds bakery-level charm instantly. This frosting spreads effortlessly and holds elegant peaks. You control thickness like a dessert queen. Honestly, store-bought tubs should feel embarrassed.
Vanilla Buttercream Frosting Recipe
Vanilla Buttercream Frosting Recipe creates a smooth, fluffy frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and piping decorative swirls.
Ingredients
Method
- Place 1 cup softened butter into large mixing bowl.
- Beat butter on medium speed until pale and creamy.
- Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar while mixing on low speed.
- Pour in 2 tablespoons heavy cream and vanilla extract.
- Add pinch salt to balance sweetness.
- Beat on medium-high speed for 3–4 minutes until fluffy.
- Add extra cream if softer consistency is desired.
- Spread over cooled cake or pipe onto cupcakes immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving – per frosted cupcake)
Calories: 190Total Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 23 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 0.5 g
Vitamins & Minerals (Approximate % per serving):
Vitamin A: 9%Vitamin D: 1%
Calcium: 1%
Iron: 2%
Phosphorus: 1%
Additional Notes & Flavor Tips
- Use room temperature butter for smooth texture.
- Sift powdered sugar to avoid lumps.
- Add almond extract for subtle twist.
- Chill briefly for sharper piping detail.
- Store covered at room temperature up to two days.
