Vanilla Ice Cream Flavored Frosting
Elevate your dessert game with this luxurious Vanilla Ice Cream Flavored Frosting, a dreamy addition that tastes just like your favorite scoop of vanilla ice cream. This luscious frosting combines the creamy richness of softened butter with the perfect balance of powdered sugar, heavy cream, and fragrant vanilla extract, plus the optional touch of vanilla bean paste for an indulgent depth of flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, this frosting whips up into a smooth, fluffy masterpiece perfect for spreading over cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Its velvety texture and nostalgic vanilla ice cream flavor make every bite irresistibly delicious. Easily customizable and quick to prepare, it's a dessert lover's dream!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups Powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 4 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla bean paste (optional, for extra flavor)
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened unsalted butter. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low speed to incorporate it fully before adding the next cup. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Once all the powdered sugar is added, increase the speed to medium-high and beat the mixture for 2 minutes.
Add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, vanilla bean paste (if using), and salt to the bowl. Beat on medium-high speed for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the frosting is smooth, fluffy, and spreadable.
Taste the frosting and adjust the flavor if needed by adding a touch more vanilla extract or salt.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow refrigerated frosting to come to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 212.0 g | 272% | |
| Saturated Fat | 133.5 g | 668% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 577 mg | 192% | |
| Sodium | 354 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 505.1 g | 184% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 503.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 78 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.
