Best 3 Silky Creamy Frosting Recipes

**Indulge in a Symphony of Silky and Creamy Frostings: Elevate Your Desserts to Heavenly Delights**

Embark on a culinary journey of creamy delight with our curated collection of silky smooth and luscious frosting recipes. From classic vanilla to decadent chocolate, tangy lemon to refreshing mint, these versatile frostings will transform your cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and pastries into irresistible masterpieces. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a velvety texture, rich flavor, and perfect consistency, making them the crowning glory of any sweet treat. Get ready to elevate your desserts to heavenly heights and leave your taste buds craving for more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING (6-MINUTE RECIPE)

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting (6-Minute Recipe) image

This American chocolate buttercream frosting is decadent, indulgent, and chocolatey. It has just the right amount of sweetness and is perfect for spreading or piping on cakes or Chocolate Cupcakes.

Provided by Natasha Kravchuk

Categories Easy

Time 6m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
3 cups confectioners sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
3 to 4 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt

Steps:

With a handheld mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat butter on high speed for about 3 minutes or until creamy and lightened in color, scraping down the bowl as needed.
Add confectioners sugar, cocoa powder, 3 Tbsp heavy cream, 2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt.
Beat on low speed until sugar is incorporated then increase to medium/high speed and beat for 3 minutes, scraping down the bowl several times to ensure everything is well blended. Add another Tablespoon of heavy cream if needed to thin the frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 53 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 30 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY FROSTING

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A creamy white icing that looks like whipped cream.

Provided by Carol

Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Whisk milk into flour in small saucepan until smooth. Heat and stir until it boils and thickens. Cool thoroughly.
Cream butter, sugar and vanilla in bowl until light and fluffy. Add thickened milk. Beat until mixture resembles whipped cream. Makes enough to fill and frost 2 layer cake, about 3 1/2 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 33.8 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 93.9 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

LIGHT & SILKY WHIPPED CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

Light & Silky Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting image

This cloud like frosting is equally at home on top of a cinnamon bun or a cake. Make and enjoy!!!!! Double the cream and use it with Recipe # 477119. Or add some Bourbon and create another profile.

Provided by Ambervim

Categories Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 2 1/2 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup heavy cream, cold

Steps:

Beat the cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream to nearly stiff peaks, then add the whipped cream into the cheese mixture and quickly and briefly beat to combine.
Do not over beat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619.9, Fat 48.7, SaturatedFat 28.5, Cholesterol 165.2, Sodium 310.7, Carbohydrate 41.2, Sugar 38.4, Protein 6.4

Tips:

Make sure to use unsalted butter to prevent the frosting from being too salty.
If you don't have a stand mixer, you can still make this frosting by hand. Just be sure to mix the ingredients until they are well combined and fluffy.
If you want a thinner frosting, you can add a little bit of milk or cream.
If you want a thicker frosting, you can add a little bit of powdered sugar.
You can flavor this frosting with any extract you like. Some popular options include vanilla, almond, and peppermint.
You can also add food coloring to this frosting to make it any color you like.
This frosting is best used immediately after it is made. However, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
When you are ready to use the frosting, let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes. This will make it easier to spread.

Conclusion

This silky, creamy frosting is the perfect topping for any cake, cupcake, or pastry. It is easy to make and can be customized to your desired flavor and color. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced baker, this frosting is sure to impress. So next time you are looking for a delicious and versatile frosting, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!