Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth.
- Add the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- If the frosting is too thick, add more heavy whipping cream a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- If the frosting is too thin, add more confectioners' sugar a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 280 per serving (1/8 of the recipe)
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 10mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Smooth and creamy texture
- Rich and buttery flavor
- Versatile frosting that can be used on cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts
User Comments:
- "This frosting is so smooth and delicious! It was perfect for my chocolate cake."
- "I love how easy this frosting is to make. It only took me a few minutes."
- "This is the best buttercream frosting I've ever had! I will definitely be using this recipe again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a dairy-free frosting, use vegan butter and heavy whipping cream.
- To prevent the frosting from curdling, make sure the butter is softened to room temperature before starting.
- If the frosting is too warm, it will be too thin. If it is too cold, it will be too thick.
