Dreamy Frosting
Transform your baked creations into absolute showstoppers with this luscious Dreamy Frosting recipe! Perfectly fluffy, delightfully creamy, and irresistibly smooth, this quick-to-make frosting comes together in just 15 minutes with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a touch of pure vanilla extract. A splash of heavy cream ensures a velvety texture, while optional gel food coloring lets you customize it to any occasion. Whether you're crafting an elegant layer cake, whimsical cupcakes, or perfectly sweet cookies, this versatile frosting spreads and pipes effortlessly. Plus, it can be made ahead and stored for your convenience. Elevate your desserts with this dreamy, bakery-quality frosting—because every sweet treat deserves a beautiful finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks, softened) unsalted butter
- 4 cups (sifted) powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 0.125 teaspoons (pinch) salt
- 1 as needed (optional) gel food coloring
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until creamy and pale in color.
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed to combine. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Once all the powdered sugar has been incorporated, increase the mixer to medium-high speed and beat for an additional 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Beat on medium speed until the frosting reaches your desired creamy consistency. If the frosting is too thick, add more heavy cream, one teaspoon at a time, until it becomes spreadable. If it’s too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
If using food coloring, add a tiny amount of gel food coloring to the frosting and mix until evenly colored. Adjust the intensity by adding more coloring as needed.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, 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 |
8822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 202.9 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 118.5 g | 592% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 528 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 670 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1811.8 g | 659% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1774.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 88 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.
