Strawberries and Cream Buttercream

Ingredients and Weight:

Preparation Time:

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (if baking cookies or serving on top of cake).
Clean and hull the strawberries, then slice them into small pieces. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and icing sugar using an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy.
Add the vanilla extract and salt, and mix well.
Gradually fold in the sliced strawberries into the buttercream mixture.
Spread or pipe the buttercream onto your desired dessert (such as cookies or cake).
If baking cookies, bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the dish is made for 8 people)

Calories: Approx. 400 calories per serving (based on using ingredients listed above)
Fat: Approx. 20 grams of fat per serving (mostly from butter)
Carbohydrates: Approx. 50 grams of carbohydrates per serving (from sugar and strawberries)
Protein: Approx. 3 grams of protein per serving (from butter and strawberries)

Dish Characteristics:

Rich and creamy texture from the combination of cream butter and icing sugar.
Strawberry slices add a fresh and juicy taste to the buttercream.
Ideal for topping cakes or cookies, or as a filling for sandwiches and other desserts.

User Comments:

"This buttercream is so delicious! The combination of strawberries and cream is perfect for summer."
"The texture is so smooth and creamy, really enjoyable."
"Easy to make, great for a party or family gathering."

Special Precautions and Tips:

Make sure to use fresh strawberries for best flavor and texture. If using frozen strawberries, thaw them completely before using.
Adjust the amount of icing sugar according to your preference for sweetness.
For best results, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and icing sugar together until smooth and fluffy.