Whipped Buttercream Icing
Elevate your baking creations with this luscious Whipped Buttercream Icing, a must-try frosting that strikes the perfect balance between airy and velvety smooth. Made with simple, high-quality ingredients like softened unsalted butter, fluffy powdered sugar, rich heavy cream, and fragrant pure vanilla extract, this icing is whipped to perfection in just 15 minutes. The result is a light yet stable frosting that’s perfect for spreading, piping, or swirling onto cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Whether you're crafting an elegant layer cake or decorating festive treats, this versatile buttercream delivers a melt-in-your-mouth texture with just a hint of sweetness. Plus, it’s easy to customize to your desired consistency and can be prepared ahead of time for stress-free celebrations. Whip up this homemade buttercream and impress your guests with bakery-worthy frosting they won’t forget!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or using a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, to the butter while mixing on low speed to prevent a sugar cloud. After each addition, increase the speed to medium until the sugar is fully incorporated.
After adding all the powdered sugar, pour in the heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on low speed until combined, then increase to medium-high speed and beat for 3-5 minutes until the icing is light, fluffy, and fully whipped.
Taste and adjust the consistency if necessary. If the icing is too thick, add an additional 1 teaspoon of heavy whipping cream at a time until desired consistency is reached. If it’s too soft, add more powdered sugar, 1-2 tablespoons at a time.
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Allow to come back to room temperature and re-whip before using again.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3820 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.1 g | 266% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.5 g | 652% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 562 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 194 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 501.1 g | 182% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 499.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 64 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.
