Easy Buttercream Icing Recipe for Professional-Looking Results

Name: Easy Buttercream Icing Recipe for Professional-Looking Results
Total time: 10 mins
Ingredients: 0.5 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature; 2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted; 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons milk; 3 drops food coloring, or as needed

Tired of searching for the perfect buttercream frosting? After trying many recipes, I finally created my own perfect version with a special touch.

Total time10 mins
Prep time10 mins
Yield2 1/2 cups, 12

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Ingredients

0.5 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk
3 drops food coloring, or as needed

Instructions

Start by gathering all of your necessary ingredients.
In a stand mixer using the paddle attachment, cream the butter until it is smooth and has a fluffy texture.
Slowly add the confectioners' sugar, beating until it is completely mixed in.
Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour in the milk and continue to beat for 3 to 4 minutes. For a thicker frosting, add more confectioners' sugar as needed.
If desired, add food coloring and mix for 30 seconds, or until you achieve the color you desire.
Use this delicious frosting to decorate your favorite cakes and cupcakes beautifully.

Nutrition

Calories: 228 kcal
Fat Content: 12 g
Sodium Content: 4 mg
Protein Content: 0 g
Cholesterol Content: 31 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 32 g
Saturated Fat Content: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g