Creamy White Frosting
Whip up decadence with this luxuriously Creamy White Frosting, a versatile and silky-smooth topping perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more! Made with just five simple ingredients—softened unsalted butter, sifted powdered sugar, heavy cream, pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt—this frosting is delightfully rich and creamy yet easy to customize. Ready in just 10 minutes, it boasts a cloud-like texture with a subtle vanilla flavor that will elevate any baked treat. Need a thicker consistency? Add more powdered sugar. Prefer it lighter? A splash of cream will do the trick! Whether you're frosting a birthday layer cake or piping swirls onto cupcakes, this homemade white frosting is a bakery-quality staple you'll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened to room temperature) Unsalted butter
- 4 cups (sifted) Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened unsalted butter.
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until creamy and smooth.
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed until combined. Increase the speed to medium and beat well after each addition to prevent lumps.
Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on medium-high speed for another 2-3 minutes until light, fluffy, and smooth.
If the frosting is too thick, add an additional teaspoon of heavy cream at a time until the desired consistency is reached. If too thin, gradually add more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. The frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Before using, bring it to room temperature and re-whip if necessary.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.0 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 278 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 203 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1811.5 g | 659% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1775.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 74 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.
