Vegan Classic Buttercream Frosting
Elevate your desserts with this luscious Vegan Classic Buttercream Frosting, a dairy-free twist on a timeless favorite! Made with creamy vegan butter, fluffy powdered sugar, and a touch of vanilla extract, this easy-to-make frosting is irresistibly smooth, rich, and perfectly sweet. With just 15 minutes of prep, it’s ideal for frosting cupcakes, cakes, or cookies with a light, airy texture that holds its shape beautifully. The addition of non-dairy milk allows you to customize the consistency, while a hint of salt balances the flavors. Whether you’re decorating for a celebration or simply indulging your sweet tooth, this vegan buttercream is the ultimate plant-based solution for any dessert masterpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup vegan butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons non-dairy milk
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Ensure the vegan butter is at room temperature for easy creaming.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the vegan butter using an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed initially to prevent it from flying out of the bowl, then increasing to medium speed until each cup is fully incorporated.
Add the vanilla extract, non-dairy milk, and salt to the bowl. Continue to beat the mixture on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 3 to 5 more minutes.
If the frosting is too thick, add more non-dairy milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached. If it's too thin, add more powdered sugar, a couple of tablespoons at a time.
Taste the frosting and adjust the vanilla or salt if necessary.
Use immediately on cakes, cupcakes, or your dessert of choice, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Rewhip before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.4 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.1 g | 560% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2057 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 481.1 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 471.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 45 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.
