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Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

This delicious frosting is one that everyone loves, plus it makes a lot and is great for decorating.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Yield: 48 cupcakes
Calories: 173kcal
Author: SweetOrdeal.com

Materials

  • 1.5 cups Butter, (3 sticks) softened (I use salted)
  • 1.5 cups Shortening
  • 6 cups Powdered sugar
  • 6 Tbsp Heavy cream
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp Butter extract

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix your butter and shortening together with an electric mixer until thoroughly mixed.
  • Add 2 cups of powdered sugar with 2 Tbsp heavy cream, scraping sides as you go. Add 2 more cups of the powered sugar and 2 more Tbsp heavy cream. Allow ingredients to thoroughly combine then add the last of the powered sugar and heavy cream. Add your extracts. Increase your speed to high for about 5 minutes and watch it get smooth and fluffy!
  • Adjust consistency as necessary; add more heavy cream if too thick to spread -- 1 Tbsp at a time, or add more powered sugar if too thin
  • Freeze in an air-tight container for up to 6 month if you have leftover.

Nutrition

Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 3mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 205IU | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg