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Judy John

Classic Buttercream for Sugar Cookies Recipe

Classic Buttercream for Sugar Cookies Recipe creates a smooth, fluffy frosting ideal for spreading or piping onto cooled sugar cookies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 24 medium cookies
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 226 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups 360 g powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 –3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch salt

Method
 

  1. Place 1 cup softened butter into mixing bowl.
  2. Beat butter until pale and creamy.
  3. Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar while mixing on low speed.
  4. Pour in 2 tablespoons heavy cream and vanilla extract.
  5. Add pinch salt to balance sweetness.
  6. Beat on medium-high speed for 3–4 minutes until fluffy.
  7. Adjust consistency with extra cream if needed.
  8. Spread or pipe onto completely cooled sugar cookies.
  9. Allow frosting to set before stacking.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving – per frosted cookie)

Calories: 180
Total Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 22 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 smoother blending.
  • Sift powdered sugar to avoid lumps.
  • Add gel food coloring for decorative designs.
  • Chill briefly for sharper piping details.
  • Store covered at room temperature up to two days.
Classic Buttercream for Sugar Cookies Recipe delivers creamy texture, balanced sweetness, and bakery-style elegance with effortless confidence.