Buttercream Frosting Recipe
This buttercream frosting recipe is silky, creamy, and easy to make in just minutes. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies, it’s ideal for both simple spreads and detailed piping work.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter softened
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Heavy cream or milk
- Food coloring optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low to avoid mess.
- Mix in vanilla extract until combined.
- Slowly add heavy cream or milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired smoothness.
- Add food coloring if desired and mix until evenly tinted.
- Use immediately to frost or pipe onto cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.
Notes
For the smoothest texture, sift powdered sugar before adding.
Beat extra at the end for a fluffier consistency.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for 3 months.