Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

A close up of buttercream frosting topped with sprinkles on a cupcake.

5 from 1 vote

This vanilla buttercream frosting is the perfect homemade buttercream for your cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It's creamy, light, sweet, and so delicious you'll want to eat it with a spoon.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Frosting, vanilla buttercream

Servings:

Calories: 3426kcal

Equipment

Stand Mixer
Large Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
3.5 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
3-4 TBS heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 dash salt

Instructions

Add the butter to a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, or large mixing bowl with a handheld mixer. Beat it for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth.
Add in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed until each cup is mixed in completely. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed.
Add in the heavy cream (start with 3 TBS), vanilla extract, and salt and mix on medium speed until everything is well combined.
Mix the frosting for another 2 to 3 minutes at medium speed until the frosting is smooth and fluffy. Add a little more powdered sugar, or heavy cream as needed to get the right consistency.
Use the frosting to pipe, or spread onto your favorite cake, cupcakes, or other baked goods.

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