Swirl Frosting
Transform your desserts into edible works of art with this vibrant and versatile Swirl Frosting recipe! Perfect for cupcakes, cakes, or any sweet treat, this two-tone frosting combines fluffy, buttery richness with eye-catching swirls of color. Featuring just a handful of simple ingredients—like creamy unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of vanilla—this frosting whips up in no time, with no cooking required. The real magic happens when you divide the frosting, tint it with your chosen food coloring, and load it into a dual-piping setup for a seamless swirl effect. Whether you're crafting pastel hues for a baby shower or bold tones for a birthday celebration, this decorative frosting will take your baked goods to the next level. Easy, customizable, and stunning—Swirl Frosting is a must-try for bakers of all levels!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Milk or heavy cream
- 2 colors Food coloring (gel or liquid)
- 2 pieces Piping bags
- 1 piece Large piping bag fitted with a decorative tip
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add the vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream. Beat on medium speed for another 2-3 minutes. If the frosting is too thick, add the remaining tablespoon of milk or heavy cream to reach your desired consistency.
Divide the frosting evenly into two separate bowls.
Add one color of food coloring to one bowl and the second color of food coloring to the other bowl. Stir each bowl until the frosting is evenly tinted.
Transfer each colored frosting into its own piping bag. Snip off the tips of the bags, leaving a small opening.
Lay the large piping bag fitted with a decorative tip on a flat surface. Place both smaller piping bags inside the large piping bag side by side, ensuring the openings align within the tip.
Twist the top of the large piping bag to secure it and gently squeeze until the two colors swirl together at the tip.
Pipe the frosting onto your cupcakes, cakes, or desired baked goods in a decorative pattern.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.5 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.8 g | 609% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 519 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 62 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 482.5 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 472.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 146 mg | 3% | |
*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.
