Best Buttercream Frosting
This buttercream is my go to for cakes, cupcakes and macaron filling!
Equipment
- 1 stand mixer
- 1 set measuring spoons
- 1 set measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter 2 sticks
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp heavy cream can substitute with milk
- 2 tbsp vanilla
- 1 tsp almond extract can exchange for other flavors
Instructions
- Add 1 cup room temperature butter to stand mixer with flat beater attachment
- Turn mixer on to medium speed until butter is smooth. about 1-2 minutes
- Slowly add powdered sugar, one cup at a time and allowing the sugar to incorporate with the butter before adding more
- Add 3 tablespoons of heavy cream
- Add 2 tablespoons of vanilla
- Add 1 teaspoon of almond extract (or other flavoring of your choice)
- Mix on medium high until fluffy and smooth
Notes
great for piping or spreading!