Indulge your sweet cravings with the ultimate buttercream icing, a culinary masterpiece that transforms ordinary cakes, cupcakes, and cookies into delectable treats. This collection of recipes caters to every taste preference and dietary restriction, ensuring that everyone can experience the magic of buttercream bliss. From classic vanilla to rich chocolate, tangy lemon to nutty praline, and even vegan and gluten-free options, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors and textures to elevate your baking creations to new heights. Prepare to embark on a delightful journey of sweetness as we explore the secrets behind the perfect buttercream icing.
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QUICK AND ALMOST-PROFESSIONAL BUTTERCREAM ICING
After failing to find the perfect recipe for buttercream icing, I found one that worked for me and then added my own two cents.
Provided by xoshadyxo
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings Buttercream
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cream room temperature butter with a hand mixer, the paddle attachment of a stand mixer, or a wooden spoon until smooth and fluffy. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until fully incorporated. Beat in vanilla extract.
- Pour in milk and beat for an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Add food coloring, if using, and beat for thirty seconds until smooth or until desired color is reached.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.9 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 83.7 mg, Sugar 31 g
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
THE BEST BUTTERCREAM FROSTING RECIPE
The absolute best buttercream frosting recipe you'll find with a secret ingredient I have been using for over a decade! This recipe was in my cookbook and has been featured everywhere! This will frost one 8 inch cake, if you need to frost a large cake make sure to double it!
Provided by Karlynn Johnston
Categories Dessert
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Get out the salted butter! Trust me and use salted butter, it's the secret ingredient!
- Beat the butter until it is light and creamy. This is important as you are adding the icing sugar next. If the butter isn't creamy you can get lumps in the icing.
- Add in the icing sugar. Again, if you are like me and can taste stale icing sugar, you will need a fresh bag.
- Add in the cream.. I used 4 tablespoons for my preference, you adjust to what you want.
- Stiffer icing = less cream. Lighter icing = more cream. Adjust the amount to your liking by adding one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Add the vanilla then keep mixing it until fluffy and thoroughly combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 101 mg, Sugar 29 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Use unsalted butter: This allows you to control the amount of salt in the frosting. If you use salted butter, be sure to omit the salt in the recipe.
- Bring the butter to room temperature before creaming: This will make it easier to incorporate the sugar and other ingredients, resulting in a smoother frosting.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will take several minutes with a stand or hand mixer. The mixture should be almost white in color and should hold stiff peaks.
- Add the flavorings gradually: This will help to prevent the frosting from curdling.
- If the frosting is too thick, add a little bit of milk or cream: If the frosting is too thin, add a little bit more powdered sugar.
- Frost the cake or cupcakes immediately: Buttercream frosting is best when it is fresh.
Conclusion:
Buttercream frosting is a classic and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It is easy to make and can be customized with a variety of flavors. With these tips, you can make the best buttercream frosting ever!
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