Silky Vanilla Butter Frosting
Elevate your baking game with this rich and creamy Silky Vanilla Butter Frosting, a perfect blend of indulgence and versatility. Made with velvety unsalted butter, delicately sifted powdered sugar, luscious heavy cream, and pure vanilla extract, this frosting whips up to a light, airy texture that melts in your mouth. A hint of fine sea salt balances the sweetness, creating a flavor profile that's as elegant as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this smooth and glossy frosting is ideal for spreading or piping onto cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. Whether you're decorating a towering layer cake or adding a luscious swirl to a simple cupcake, this versatile recipe is a must-have for any baker's repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 230 grams Unsalted butter, room temperature
- 480 grams Powdered sugar (sifted)
- 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Fine sea salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the unsalted butter. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the butter on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes, until it becomes light and fluffy.
Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar to the butter, about 1/2 cup at a time. Beat on low speed after each addition to prevent the sugar from scattering, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
Once all the powdered sugar has been incorporated, increase the speed to medium-high and beat for an additional 1-2 minutes to fully blend the ingredients.
Add the heavy cream, pure vanilla extract, and fine sea salt to the mixture. Beat on low speed initially to combine, then increase the speed to medium-high. Continue beating for an additional 2-3 minutes until the frosting is silky and smooth.
Taste the frosting and adjust if necessary—add an extra pinch of salt for a more balanced sweetness or an additional splash of vanilla for a stronger flavor.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before use if refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.7 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.1 g | 636% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 547 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 534 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 481.2 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 468.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 53 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.
