Best 6 Best Buttercream Frosting Recipes
Welcome to the realm of delightful buttercream frosting, a culinary symphony that will tantalize your taste buds and elevate your baking creations to new heights of indulgence. Embark on a journey through our curated collection of buttercream frosting recipes, each meticulously crafted to cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. Whether you seek a classic vanilla buttercream, a luscious chocolate ganache, or a vibrant lemon zest variation, we have a recipe that will ignite your culinary passion. Dive into the world of buttercream frosting and transform your cakes, cupcakes, and pastries into masterpieces of flavor and artistry.
**Vanilla Buttercream Frosting:** A timeless classic, our vanilla buttercream frosting is a versatile delight that pairs harmoniously with an array of cakes and desserts. Its smooth, creamy texture and rich vanilla flavor make it a beloved choice for bakers of all levels.
**Chocolate Ganache Buttercream Frosting:** Indulge in the decadent symphony of chocolate and buttercream with our chocolate ganache buttercream frosting. This luscious frosting combines the richness of chocolate ganache with the velvety texture of buttercream, creating an irresistible treat that will leave you craving more.
**Lemon Zest Buttercream Frosting:** Brighten your cakes and cupcakes with our vibrant lemon zest buttercream frosting. The aromatic zest of lemons infuses this frosting with a refreshing citrus flavor that perfectly complements both sweet and tart desserts.
**Coffee Buttercream Frosting:** Awaken your senses with our invigorating coffee buttercream frosting. The rich, roasted flavor of coffee beans dances across your palate, creating a delightful symphony of flavors that will elevate your baked goods to new heights.
**Peanut Butter Buttercream Frosting:** Embrace the classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate with our peanut butter buttercream frosting. This irresistible frosting boasts a creamy peanut butter flavor that pairs perfectly with chocolate cakes, brownies, and cookies.
THE BEST MOCHA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING / ICING
This is definitely the best frosting I have ever had. I am in love with it! Perfect texture....nothing like store bought! It is wonderful on everything!!!
Provided by KirstenSU04
Categories Dessert
Time 5m
Yield 1 12, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In your mixer, beat the softened butter with the powdered sugar until it is creamy.
- Add in the cocoa powder, vanilla extract & coffee.
- Beat with the mixer until it's nice and fluffy (about a minute or 2)
- This makes a perfectly spreadable frosting. The nice thing about it is that you can put it in the fridge to make it a little more firm if you would like.
WILTON'S BEST BUTTERCREAM FROSTING!
I've recently been taking Wilton cake decorating classes and when taking the frosting class they actually teach you how to make a frosting. I could not believe how unbelievably amazing this frosting tasted. And what's crazy, there's no butter in the recipe! This frosting has become so addicting I usually just keep a batch of it...
Provided by Whitney Froehlich
Categories Other Desserts
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Combine shortening, butter flavoring and vanilla together and mix well.
- 2. Add meringue powder....
- 3. Little by little add powdered sugar and continue mixing.
- 4. Start altarnating 1-2 tbls. of water at a time with the powdered sugar until the desired consistency is achieved.
THE ABSOLUTE BEST BUTTERCREAM FROSTING... EVER!
Frosting that makes you go 'Mmmm..." Lemon, orange , almond, vanilla... they're all here and they're all so delicious. A must try!
Provided by Whitney Froehlich
Categories Cakes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. In a small cup, measure out water and salt. Set aside and let the salt dissolve.
- 2. If you have a standing mixer it is highly recommended. But a hand held mixer with a very large bowl will work also. Cream together the Crisco and butter until well combined.
- 3. Add meringue powder and all the extracts and flavorings. Mix well.
- 4. On low speed, gradually add the powdered sugar until well combined. It will get clumpy after the whole 2lbs. has been distributed.
- 5. Continue on low speed and gradually add salt/water mix. Add more water to frosting if necessary.
BEST CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
Categories Chocolate
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Instructions 1.Add cocoa to a large bowl or bowl of stand mixer. Whisk through to remove any lumps. 2.Cream together butter and cocoa powder until well-combined. 3.Add sugar and milk to cocoa mixture by adding 1 cup of sugar followed by about a tablespoon of milk. After each addition has been combined, turn mixer onto a high speed for about a minute. Repeat until all sugar and milk have been added. 4.Add vanilla extract and espresso powder and combine well. 5.If frosting appears too dry, add more milk, a tablespoon at a time until it reaches the right consistency. If it appears to wet and does not hold its form, add more confectioner's sugar, a tablespoon at a time until it reaches the right consistency.
KEVIN AND AMANDA'S "THE BEST BUTTERCREAM FROSTING EVER"
Make and share this Kevin and Amanda's "the Best Buttercream Frosting Ever" recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Ransomed by Fire
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 1 frosting (for one cake), 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cream shortening in a mixing bowl until fluffy.
- Add sugar slowly and continue creaming until well blended.
- Add salt, vanilla, and whipping cream.
- Mix on low speed until moistened.
- Mix on high speed until frosting is fluffy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3974.9, Fat 234.6, SaturatedFat 69.5, Cholesterol 108.6, Sodium 617, Carbohydrate 481.4, Sugar 471.1, Protein 1.6
BEST BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
Best buttercream frosting--great for Aunt Mary's Chocolate Cake!
Provided by Jennifer
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings Buttercream
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In small saucepan cook flour and milk until it forms a ball, stirring constantly. Cool to room temperature.
- With an electric mixer, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat both mixtures together on high speed until fluffy and smooth. Add vanilla and beat until combined. Refrigerate for about 1/2 hour, until it is of spreading consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.1 g, Cholesterol 28.2 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 78.3 mg, Sugar 11.8 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality butter. The better the butter, the better the buttercream. Look for unsalted butter with a fat content of at least 80%.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will take several minutes. Be patient and don't rush it. The more air you incorporate into the mixture, the lighter and fluffier the buttercream will be.
- Add the flavorings and colorings gradually. Start with a small amount and add more to taste. If you add too much, the buttercream can become overpowered by the flavor or color.
- Chill the buttercream before using. This will help it to firm up and make it easier to pipe or spread.
- If the buttercream is too thick, add a little milk or cream. If it is too thin, add a little more confectioners' sugar.
Conclusion:
The perfect buttercream frosting is light, fluffy, and flavorful. It should be easy to pipe or spread, and it should hold its shape well. With a little practice, you can make delicious buttercream frosting that will take your cakes and cupcakes to the next level.
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