Strawberry Buttercream Icing
Elevate your desserts with this dreamy Strawberry Buttercream Icing, a delightful blend of sweet, fruity flavor and velvety texture. Made with real fresh strawberries, this homemade frosting is bursting with natural berry goodness, giving it a vibrant pink hue without the need for artificial coloring. The recipe combines fluffy whipped unsalted butter, perfectly sweet powdered sugar, and a touch of vanilla for a creamy finish that pairs beautifully with cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make icing is as versatile as it is delicious. Whether you're decorating for a special occasion or simply indulging in an everyday treat, this strawberry buttercream is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Rinse and hull the fresh strawberries. Blend them in a food processor or blender until smooth to make a puree.
Strain the strawberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds, yielding approximately 1/4 cup of smooth puree. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter on medium speed using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add the strained strawberry puree, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mixture. Beat on medium-high speed until fully combined and the buttercream is smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
If the consistency is too thin, add a little more powdered sugar; if it’s too thick, add a small splash of milk or heavy cream (optional).
Once the desired consistency is achieved, the strawberry buttercream icing is ready to use. Spread or pipe it onto your baked goods as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2744 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.5 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 491.2 g | 179% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 477.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 263 mg | 6% | |
*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.
