Creamy Frosting for Kids
Whip up the ultimate "Creamy Frosting for Kids" in just 10 minutes! This easy and quick recipe delivers a light and fluffy frosting that’s perfect for decorating cupcakes, cakes, or cookies. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla extract, this luscious frosting is easily customizable with food coloring for a fun, kid-friendly twist. Adjust the consistency with milk or heavy cream and enjoy a velvety, spreadable texture that’s ideal for creating sweet treats. Whether for birthday parties, bake sales, or family fun, this frosting recipe is guaranteed to delight little bakers and satisfy big appetites.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- varies food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the unsalted butter. Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature but not melted.
Using a handheld or stand mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until it becomes smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually sift the powdered sugar into the bowl, adding about 1 cup at a time, and mix on low speed to prevent spilling.
Once the powdered sugar is fully incorporated, add the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream.
Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat the mixture for 3-4 minutes until the frosting is light, fluffy, and spreadable.
If the frosting is too thick, add an additional teaspoon of milk or heavy cream until the desired consistency is achieved. If it's too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
For a colorful twist, divide the frosting into separate bowls and stir in a few drops of food coloring until evenly mixed.
Use the frosting immediately to decorate cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.3 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.2 g | 281% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 481.6 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 472.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 97 mg | 2% | |
*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.
