Description
A delightful frosting that combines the magical flavors of sugar cookies and creamy buttercream. Perfect for frosting cookies, layering cakes, or enjoying straight from the bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (adjust to consistency)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with a hand or stand mixer until creamy.
- Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, ensuring it’s well combined after each addition.
- Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing to incorporate.
- If the frosting appears too thick, add in heavy cream or milk by the tablespoon until you achieve the desired smoothness.
Notes
For added flavor, consider infusing your butter with almond extract or coloring the buttercream with natural food dyes for festive flair.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: frosting, sugar cookies, dessert, buttercream, cake, cookies