Coffee Butter Frosting

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks)
2. Powdered sugar: 3 cups
3. Instant coffee powder: 2 tbsp
4. Cream cheese: 8 oz
5. Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
6. Salt: a pinch

Preparation Time:

• Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including preparation and cooling time)
• Preparation Time: 45 minutes
• Cooking Time: None (just mixing and cooling)

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, soften the butter at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
2. Add the powdered sugar and mix well with a mixer until fully combined and creamy.
3. Dissolve the instant coffee powder in hot water and let it cool for a few minutes.
4. Add the coffee mixture, cream cheese, vanilla extract, and salt to the butter-sugar mixture.
5. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined and the frosting is smooth and creamy.
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the frosting to set.
7. Once set, use a spoon or frosting gun to spread the frosting on your desired dessert.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: Approx. 400-500 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
• Fat: High in fat due to butter and cream cheese content.
• Carbohydrates: High in sugar from powdered sugar and cream cheese.
• Protein: Moderate from cream cheese and butter.

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy texture due to the combination of butter and cream cheese.
• Strong coffee flavor from the instant coffee powder.
• Perfect for frosting cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts.

User Comments:

1. "This frosting is amazing! The coffee flavor is so rich and delicious."
2. "I love how creamy and smooth this frosting is. It's perfect for my chocolate cake."
3. "The coffee flavor is not too strong, which I like. It's a great balance with the sweetness of the frosting."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use softened butter for best results. Do not use melted butter as it may affect the texture of the frosting.
• If you want a stronger coffee flavor, add more instant coffee powder to taste.
• This frosting is quite rich due to the high fat content from butter and cream cheese, so it's best served in moderation.