Buttercream Frosting Semi Classic
Elevate your dessert game with this Buttercream Frosting Semi Classic, a luscious blend of creamy unsalted butter, velvety sifted powdered sugar, and a splash of rich heavy cream. Infused with pure vanilla extract and balanced with a pinch of salt, this recipe creates a perfectly sweet, light, and fluffy frosting ideal for cakes, cupcakes, and more. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile frosting is simple to make and easy to customize to your perfect consistency. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or a casual treat, this timeless buttercream recipe is a must-try for any home baker looking to add a professional touch to their homemade confections.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) Unsalted butter
- 4 cups (sifted) Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened unsalted butter.
Using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed, beat the butter for about 3 minutes until it becomes creamy and light in texture.
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar to the bowl in small batches, beating on low speed after each addition to avoid a sugar cloud, then increasing to medium speed to fully incorporate.
Once all the powdered sugar is mixed in, add the heavy cream, pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Beat the mixture on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes, or until the frosting is light, fluffy, and smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding a teaspoon of heavy cream if it's too thick, or a little more powdered sugar if it's too thin.
Taste the frosting and adjust the salt to balance the sweetness if needed.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using if stored.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8049 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.1 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.0 g | 325% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 293 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 208 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1811.8 g | 659% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1774.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 64 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
