Ingredients and Weight:
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks / 227g)
- Powdered sugar: 3 cups (360g)
- Heavy cream: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- If the frosting is too thick, add more heavy cream 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. If the frosting is too thin, add more powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time until thickened.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 100mg
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Sugar: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Smooth and velvety texture
- Rich and creamy flavor
- Can be piped or spread easily
- Compatible with various cake and cupcake flavors
User Comments:
- "This buttercream frosting was the perfect complement to my chocolate cake! It was so smooth and creamy." - Marie
- "I loved the delicate vanilla flavor in this frosting. It paired well with my strawberry cupcakes." - John
- "This frosting was easy to make and held its shape beautifully on my cupcakes." - Lucy
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use high-quality butter for the best flavor and texture.
- For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of regular butter.
- To make the frosting more stable, add a tablespoon of meringue powder.
- Store the buttercream frosting in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
