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Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
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Vanilla Buttercream Frosting Recipe

Vanilla Buttercream Frosting is a baking staple. It can go on just about any dessert or cake and tastes absolutely amazing. You'll love this easy recipe.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate Buttercream Frosting, homemade frosting
Servings: 24
Calories: 93kcal

Equipment

  • Hand mixer
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter softened to room temp
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 Tablespoon milk

Instructions

  • Whip the butter on medium-high speed for 5 minutes, stopping to scrape the bowl once or twice.
  • Reduce the speed to low and gradually add the powdered sugar. Once all of the powdered sugar is incorporated, increase the speed to medium-high and add the vanilla and milk, mixing until incorporated. Mix on medium speed until light and fluffy, scraping the bowl as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 3mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg