Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

 
Ingredients -
1 cup (2 sticks) Unsalted Butter, softened
6 to 8 cups Confectioners’ Sugar
1/2 cup Milk
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
 
Preparation:

1. Place the butter in a large mixing bowl. Add 4 cups of the sugar and then the milk and vanilla.

2. On the medium speed of an electric mixer, beat until smooth and creamy, about 3-5 minutes.

3. Gradually add the remaining sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition (about 2 minutes), until the icing is thick enough to be of good spreading consistency.

4. You may not need to add all of the sugar.

5. If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix thoroughly. (Use and store the icing at room temperature because icing will set if chilled.)

6. Icing can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

 



Cupcake Making Tips -
Buttermilk

You can substitute sour cream and a little water for buttermilk in baked goods recipes.


Cupcake Making Tips -
Confectioners’ Sugar

Confectioners’ sugar is white granulated sugar that has been pulverized. The soft, silky sugar has cornstarch added to it to keep it from clumping or liquefying.

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