Heart-Healthy Classic Buttercream Frosting
Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Classic Buttercream Frosting, a lighter twist on the traditional favorite. Made with wholesome ingredients like avocado oil and unsweetened applesauce, this recipe balances creamy richness with a nutritional boost. Sweetened naturally with honey and featuring the option to add chia seeds for a delightful texture, this frosting is perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a smooth, luscious frosting that’s ideal for spreading or piping onto cakes, cupcakes, or any dessert in need of a heart-healthy upgrade. Dairy-free and easy to customize, this frosting will satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising on flavor or wellness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Avocado Oil
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 3 tablespoons Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 3 cups Confectioners' Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Chia Seeds (optional, for texture)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine avocado oil and unsweetened applesauce. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended, about 2 minutes.
Slowly add honey into the mixture while continuing to beat. Mix thoroughly until the honey is fully incorporated.
Add pure vanilla extract, unsweetened almond milk, and salt. Beat the mixture again until smooth, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed until each addition is fully integrated and the frosting becomes creamy and smooth.
If you desire a mix of texture and nutrition, fold in the chia seeds using a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the frosting.
Taste the frosting and adjust sweetness or consistency if necessary by adding a little more honey or almond milk to achieve your preferred taste and thickness.
Once the frosting reaches your desired consistency, it can be spread or piped onto your favorite cakes, cupcakes, or desserts.
Store any unused frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow it to return to room temperature and give it a good stir before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.5 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 336 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 486.1 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 477.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 183 mg | 4% | |
*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.
