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Vanilla Buttercream Icing

Christine Albury
Vanilla Buttercream Icing is classic! It's the best for birthday cupcakes and wedding cakes alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Cuisine Frosting
Servings 12 1 cupcake
Calories 294 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

Instructions
 

  • Cream the butter and sugar together using the paddle attachment in a stand mixer at medium speed, until light and fluffy.
  • Next, beat in the vanilla and scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  • Add the powdered sugar a cup at a time, turning the speed to low with each new addition then returning to the medium setting. Stop often to scrape down the sides.
  • If the mixture is a little too dry for your needs, add milk until it reaches the desired texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 294kcalCarbohydrates: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 2mgSugar: 39g
Keyword Cakes, Cupcakes, Desserts, Frosting
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