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Close-up of a glass bowl with creamy, off-white mixture and a spatula, ideal for a delicious buttercream frosting recipe.

Classic Buttercream Frosting Recipe

A simple and delicious classic buttercream frosting recipe made with butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, perfect for decorating cakes and cupcakes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 sticks salted butter at room temperature
  • 6 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. heavy cream at room temperature
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Paddle attachment
  • Large bowl
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Method
  1. In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment or a large bowl with a hand mixer, beat the room-temperature butter on medium-high speed until it becomes creamy and light, which takes about 2 minutes.
  2. Reduce the speed to low, add half of the powdered sugar, and mix until combined. Incorporate the heavy cream, then add the vanilla and the remaining powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated.
  3. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat the frosting for about 3 minutes until it is light and fluffy.

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. This will help prevent a lumpy frosting and ensure a smooth, creamy texture. This buttercream is perfect for piping onto cupcakes or frosting a layer cake.