Best 2 Ombre Buttercream Frosting Recipes

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Indulge in the world of ombre buttercream frosting, a delightful treat that adds a touch of elegance and creativity to your cakes and cupcakes. From classic vanilla to vibrant hues of pink, blue, and purple, these recipes offer a spectrum of flavors and colors to suit any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these step-by-step guides make it easy to achieve the perfect ombre effect. Discover how to create smooth, creamy frosting, layer colors seamlessly, and achieve stunning visual appeal. Get ready to take your baking skills to the next level and impress your friends and family with these delicious and eye-catching ombre buttercream frosting recipes.

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OMBRE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING



Ombre Buttercream Frosting image

Create an eye-catching, mouthwatering cake with your own ombre buttercream frosting that takes your favorite shade from light to dark.

Provided by Angie McGowan

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 lb (about 1 1/8 cups) shortening
2 lb powdered sugar
5 to 6 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
Betty Crockerâ„¢ blue classic gel food color (or other desired color)

Steps:

  • This recipe assumes you already have an 8- or 9-inch 4-layer cake, frosted between layers with favorite white buttercream frosting, then frosted thinly on outside and top to seal crumbs.
  • To make Ombre Buttercream Frosting, in large bowl, beat butter and shortening with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add powdered sugar; beat on low speed until crumbly. Gradually add milk, then vanilla, beating until light and fluffy.
  • Measure 1 cup frosting into each of 3 small bowls. Measure 2 cups frosting into fourth bowl; mix 1/8 teaspoon blue food color into the 2 cups frosting with whisk or fork.
  • Add a little more food color to the next bowl of frosting to get a shade darker; mix well with whisk or fork. Repeat with next 2 bowls frosting, making each another shade darker. You will end up with 4 bowls of frosting, all different shades of the same color.
  • Spread darkest blue frosting around bottom third of cake. Spread next darkest shade blue frosting above first one around middle third of cake. Spread next shade of blue frosting around upper third of cake. Spread lightest blue frosting on top of cake.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

OMBRE SWISS MERINGUE BUTTERCREAM



Ombre Swiss Meringue Buttercream image

Swiss meringue brings a silken smoothness to buttercream.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes     Fillings & Frostings     Buttercream Frosting Recipes

Yield Makes about 6 cups; enough to decorate one 8-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 2

Basic Swiss Meringue
1 1/4 pounds (5 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • Leave meringue in a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Add butter, 2 tablespoons at a time, on low speed, mixing after each addition. Beat until smooth, about 3 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will ensure that your buttercream frosting is rich and flavorful.
  • Start with cold butter. This will help the frosting to whip up light and fluffy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar. This will prevent the frosting from becoming too thick or grainy.
  • Beat the frosting on high speed for several minutes. This will incorporate air into the frosting and make it light and fluffy.
  • Add food coloring, if desired. You can use gel food coloring or liquid food coloring.
  • Pipe the frosting onto your cake or cupcakes. You can use a variety of piping tips to create different designs.
  • Chill the frosted cake or cupcakes before serving. This will help the frosting to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

Ombre buttercream frosting is a beautiful and delicious way to decorate your cakes and cupcakes. With a little practice, you can easily create this stunning effect at home. So next time you're looking for a special way to dress up your desserts, give ombre buttercream frosting a try!

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