Best 6 Best Vanilla Buttercream Frosting Recipes

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**Indulge in a Symphony of Sweetness: Vanilla Buttercream Frosting Delights**

Welcome to a culinary journey where dreams of sugary bliss come to life. Picture yourself surrounded by an array of vanilla buttercream frosting recipes, each a masterpiece in its own right. From the classic simplicity of the basic vanilla buttercream to the lavish decadence of the Swiss meringue buttercream, these recipes will transform your cakes, cupcakes, and cookies into irresistible works of art. Get ready to embark on a taste sensation that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes are designed to guide you through the process with ease, ensuring that every bite is a moment of pure indulgence. So, put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on this delightful adventure together.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST VANILLA BUTTERCREAM



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Why is this recipe crowned the best vanilla buttercream frosting? With its powerfully decadent vanilla bean flavor and delightfully creamy texture, your family and friends will scrape every last bit of this frosting off their plates. —Margaret Knoebel, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 ounces white baking chips
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
6 large egg whites, room temperature
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups unsalted butter, cubed

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt baking chips with cream until smooth, stirring every 30 seconds. Stir in vanilla paste and extract. Set aside to cool slightly. Meanwhile, in a heatproof bowl of a stand mixer, whisk egg whites, sugar, cream of tartar and salt until blended. Place over simmering water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisking constantly, heat mixture until a thermometer reads 160°, 8-10 minutes., Remove from heat. With whisk attachment of stand mixer, beat on high speed until cooled to 90°, about 7 minutes. Gradually beat in butter, a few tablespoons at a time, on medium speed until smooth. Beat in cooled baking chip mixture until blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

VANILLA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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For many people, cake is just the delivery vehicle for the real star of the show-the frosting. If you agree, you'll love this five-star buttercream frosting recipe. It's rich, sweet and foolproof. With 4 ingredients and 10 minutes of effort, this vanilla buttercream frosting will be ready to turn any cake, cookie or cupcake into a special-occasion dessert-never underestimate the power of a good frosting! Memorize this recipe and you'll always have a frosting to complement whatever's for dessert. (P.S. If you fall for this recipe, you'll be glad to know there's a 2.0 version: Marshmallow Buttercream Frosting is a must try!)

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix powdered sugar and butter with spoon or electric mixer on low speed. Stir in vanilla and 1 tablespoon of the milk.
  • Gradually beat in just enough remaining milk to make frosting smooth and spreadable. If frosting is too thick, beat in more milk, a few drops at a time. If frosting becomes too thin, beat in a small amount of powdered sugar. Frosts 13x9-inch cake generously, or fills and frosts an 8- or 9-inch two-layer cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 35 mg, Sugar 29 g, TransFat 0 g

THE BEST VANILLA FROSTING



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This Perfect Vanilla Frosting Recipe recipe is very versatile. It's a basic vanilla buttercream using butter and powdered sugar. This is the perfect frosting for piping cupcakes and cake decorating.

Provided by Julianne Dell

Categories     Frosting

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cup (339 g) (3 sticks) unsalted butter, cold.
5 cups (650 g) powdered sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons (12 ml) pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons (30ml) heavy whipping cream (or milk)
Pinch of salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut the butter into pieces. Using the paddle attachment, whip the butter for 5-7 minutes, scraping down the bowl occasionally, beating until the butter look light in color.
  • Add 2 cups of powdered sugar and mix on low speed until incorporated into the butter then add the vanilla extract and mix to combine. Beat for about 60 seconds.
  • Next, add an additional 2 cups of powdered sugar and beat on low speed until sugar is incorporated. Increase speed to medium-high and beat for 3 minutes.
  • Add last 1 cup powdered sugar along with the heavy whipping cream and salt. Beat on low until the ingredients start to mix together. Increase speed to medium-high and beat for another 3-5 minutes to whip additional air into the frosting.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/2 cup, Calories 540 calories, Sugar 65.4g, Sodium 6.1mg, Fat 31.3g, SaturatedFat 19.5g, Carbohydrate 66.7g, Cholesterol 83.2mg

GEMMA'S BEST-EVER VANILLA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING RECIPE



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Learn how to make my easy, Best-Ever Vanilla Buttercream Frosting recipe, which is perfect for my Vanilla Birthday Cake and any of my cakes & cupcakes.

Provided by Gemma Stafford

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1½ cups (12oz/340g) butter ((softened))
6 cups (1lb 8oz/680g) icing sugar (powdered sugar)
2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Seeds scraped from one vanilla bean pod ((optional))
2-3 tablespoons milk or cream
Pinch of salt

Steps:

  • In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or using an electric hand mixer whip the butter until light and creamy for about 7-8 minutes on medium/high speed.
  • Once the butter is pale in color and light slowly add in the icing sugar one spoon at a time at medium speed. Let the sugar fully incorporate before adding in more sugar.
  • Add the vanilla extract, vanilla bean seeds, salt, and cream or milk.
  • Whip on high speed for another 3-4 minutes until very light, creamy, and fluffy.
  • Use the buttercream straight away or keep it refrigerated for up to 4 weeks. Before use, make sure it comes to room temperature.
  • * This recipe amount will generously cover at least 24 cupcakes and cover and fill an 8-inch sponge cake. It is easy to adjust this recipe as it is proportional, at a ratio of 2:1. That is two measures of sugar to one of butter. I.E. ** For about 3 mug cakes or 6 cupcakes it would be 3ozs/85g of butter, 170g sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, 1 1/2 tsp- 2 1/4 tsp of milk and cream . This will generously frost this batch.

FAST VANILLA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment (or using a hand mixer), beat the confectioners' sugar together with the butter until well combined. Add the heavy cream and continue to beat until extremely light and fluffy. Beat in the vanilla until combined.

EASY VANILLA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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After trying a few buttercream frosting recipes, this easy buttercream frosting takes the cake with its unmatchable homemade taste. With a few simple variations, you can come up with different colors and flavors. -Diana Wilson, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield About 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup butter, softened
4-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
5 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Beat in the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • For a smooth and creamy frosting, make sure your butter is at room temperature before you start mixing.
  • If you want a thicker frosting, use more confectioners sugar. If you want a thinner frosting, use less.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the frosting to enhance the flavor.
  • For a vanilla buttercream frosting with a deeper flavor, use brown butter instead of regular butter.
  • To make a chocolate buttercream frosting, add cocoa powder to the frosting. You can also add melted chocolate for an even richer flavor.
  • For a coffee buttercream frosting, add instant coffee powder or espresso powder to the frosting.
  • For a fruity buttercream frosting, add fruit puree or jam to the frosting. You can also add chopped fruit for a pop of color and texture.
  • For a nutty buttercream frosting, add chopped nuts to the frosting. You can also use nut butter for a richer flavor.
  • For a boozy buttercream frosting, add your favorite liqueur or spirit to the frosting.
  • Pipe the frosting onto your cakes and cupcakes using a piping bag fitted with your desired tip. You can also use a spatula to spread the frosting evenly.

Conclusion:

Vanilla buttercream frosting is a classic frosting that can be used to decorate a variety of cakes and cupcakes. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and beautiful vanilla buttercream frosting that will make your desserts look and taste amazing.

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