Best 5 Brown Butter Buttercream Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Brown Butter Buttercream Frosting, an irresistibly rich and creamy topping that will elevate your cakes, cupcakes, and pastries to new heights. This frosting combines the nutty aroma of browned butter with the velvety texture of classic buttercream, resulting in a truly unforgettable experience. Discover the perfect balance of sweetness and savoriness as you explore our collection of Brown Butter Buttercream Frosting recipes, each offering unique twists and variations to suit your taste preferences. From the simplicity of our Classic Brown Butter Buttercream to the decadent indulgence of our Chocolate Brown Butter Buttercream, every recipe promises to transform your desserts into culinary masterpieces.

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

BROWN BUTTER FROSTING



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Brown butter frosting is an 'old' recipe that is not commonly used anymore; however it is delicious. It is easy to make as long as you are careful to not burn the butter. This frosting is great on top of brownies.

Provided by blueyedfeather

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Buttercream

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup butter
2 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk, or more as needed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat butter, stirring constantly, in a saucepan over medium-low heat until it browns and becomes very aromatic, 5 to 10 minutes. Whisk confectioners' sugar into butter until dissolved and remove saucepan from heat; stir in milk and vanilla extract.
  • Beat butter mixture using an electric mixer until frosting is smooth; add more milk if frosting is too thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 12.4 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 34.3 mg, Sugar 30.9 g

BROWN-BUTTER FROSTING



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This four-ingredient frosting actually has five ingredients-the last being the toasty bits of butter you get from slowly cooking butter until it is brown. Taking this extra step elevates a regular frosting to something really special. Top your favorite vanilla or chocolate cupcakes with it, or spread it on banana bread.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 1/2 cups frosting (enough for 12 cupcakes)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 sticks (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 cups confectioners' sugar
Pinch fine salt

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat, swirling occasionally, until the milk solids in the butter have turned golden brown and the butter smells toasty, about 10 minutes. Pour the butter into a shallow baking dish, and refrigerate until it is solid but still soft enough that your finger leaves an indentation, about 25 minutes.
  • Scrape the cooled butter into a large bowl (be sure not to leave any brown bits in the skillet), and beat with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until smooth. While continuing to beat, add the corn syrup, and beat until incorporated. Scrape down the side of the bowl. Adjust the speed to medium-low, add the confectioners' sugar and salt, and beat until smooth. Use right away or keep for up to 2 hours at room temperature in an airtight container.

BROWN BUTTER BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



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Our Brown Butter Buttercream Frosting is a creamy and delicious buttercream frosting with an added nutty, toasty butter flavor that only comes from Brown Butter. So yummy and perfect for Fall desserts!

Provided by Two Sisters Crafting

Categories     Frosting

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound (4 cups) of Powdered Sugar
1/2 cup Softened Butter (We use Salted Sweet Cream Butter)
1/2 cup melted Brown Butter
1-2 tablespoons Milk
Decorating Bags
Wilton 2D Decorating Tip
Mixer

Steps:

  • Place 1/2 cup of butter in a skillet on medium heat. Melt the butter and then allow it to continue to simmer on medium heat. The melted butter will start to bubble and a foam will appear and then brown crystals will begin to form. Stir every 30 seconds for about 6-7 minutes. It will be golden brown, with yummy bits of brown butter goodness floating in the melted butter. When you reach this stage take the brown butter off the heat and pour it into a glass bowl to cool.
  • Allow the brown butter to cool but not solidify. Leave it on the counter, not the refrigerator.
  • Add the softened butter and the powdered sugar to a mixing bowl.
  • Now add the brown butter to the mixing bowl. Use a spatula and make sure you get every bit of the yummy brown butter solids into the mixing bowl.
  • Start your mixer (or electric beater) on the lowest setting. Keep on low until the butter and sugar are incorporated and then kick your mixer up to medium high.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of milk and mix until it is the frosting right consistency. Continue to add milk a teaspoon at a time until it is the right consistency.

BROWN BUTTER ICING



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This simple, brown butter icing is a nutty, rich way to sweeten up our favorite Pumpkin Cake with Brown Butter Icing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Frosts 1 nine-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat until nut-brown in color, about 10 minutes. Remove pan from heat, and pour butter into a bowl, leaving any burned sediment behind.
  • Add sugar, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon milk; stir until smooth. If the icing is too thick, add the remaining tablespoon milk, a little at a time, until consistency is spreadable. Let cool 5 minutes. Use immediately.

BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING



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This old-fashioned frosting is great on an apple cake or spice cake or cupcakes.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup butter, cubed
6 cups confectioners' sugar
3 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook butter over low heat until lightly browned. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. , In a large bowl, beat the sugar, butter, 3 tablespoons milk and vanilla until blended. Beat in enough remaining milk to achieve spreading consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Use unsalted butter for both the browned butter and the buttercream frosting to control the amount of salt in the final product.
  • Brown the butter until it has a deep golden brown color and a nutty aroma. This will add a rich, complex flavor to the frosting.
  • Let the browned butter cool completely before using it in the buttercream frosting. This will help to prevent the frosting from becoming too runny.
  • Use a stand mixer or hand mixer to beat the butter and sugar together until they are light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the frosting, making it smooth and creamy.
  • Add the browned butter to the buttercream frosting a little at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the frosting from curdling.
  • Flavor the buttercream frosting with vanilla extract, almond extract, or other desired extracts.
  • Use the buttercream frosting to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts.

Conclusion:

Brown butter buttercream frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used to add a touch of elegance to any dessert. It is easy to make and can be flavored with a variety of extracts to create a unique and personalized taste. Whether you are a professional baker or a home cook, brown butter buttercream frosting is a great option for your next dessert.

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