Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
This vanilla buttercream frosting is creamy, delicious, and comes together in just minutes—perfect for topping cupcakes, cakes, or even cookies. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients like butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla, it's smooth, sweet, and super easy to whip up.
Servings: 24
Calories: 118kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup of butter
- 6 cups powdered sugar scooped and leveled
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- In a bowl or stand mixer (with a paddle attachment), whip up room temperature butter to the mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add powdered sugar slowly.
- Add vanilla and creamer or milk.
- Blend on LOW for about 30 seconds, with a handheld mixer medium-high speed. Then whip on HIGH for 4-5 minutes until the buttercream is fluffy and it doubles in volume.
Notes
Use a rubber spatula to scrape sides and bottom of the bowl. This also helps to push out any air bubbles that may arise.
Store frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 29g | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1mg