Easy Buttercream Frosting
This creamy, smooth frosting makes a perfect base and piping frosting for any beautifully decorated cake or cupcake.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (227g) butter softened (or shortening, for pure white frosting)
- 1 tsp. (5ml) vanilla extract (or clear vanilla, for pure white frosting)
- 5 Tbsp. (75ml) milk
- 4 cups (600g) icing sugar
Instructions
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Beat the butter or shortening until creamy; add about 1 cup of the icing sugar and beat until smooth.
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Add the milk and vanilla, and mix on low speed until incorporated. Gradually add the remaining icing sugar, and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
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If your frosting seems too stiff, add a little milk (start with one tablespoon), and beat until well combined and smooth.
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Use the frosting at room temperature. Store leftovers in the refrigerator, and soften before using again.
Recipe Notes
When measuring by cup, if your icing sugar is settled into a bag or container, loosen it up with your measuring cup before you measure it. If it's too compacted, your frosting will be too stiff.