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Buttercream Frosting

A Recipe For Buttercream Frosting perfect for cakes, cookies, and cupcakes. Once you make homemade buttercream, you won't go back to store-bought frosting!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 40
Calories 182kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Sifting the powdered sugar after measuring. Set aside.
  • Whisk together the half-n-half, vanilla extract, and salt. Set aside.
  • Beat the softened (yet firm) butter and shortening until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually add four cups of the sifted powdered sugar a 1/2 cup at a time. Allow the powdered sugar to mix before adding more.
  • Add the half-n-half mixture and stir to combine. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.
  • Gradually add the remaining four cups of the sifted powdered sugar a 1/2 cup at a time. Allow the powdered sugar to mix before adding more.
  • If the buttercream is too thick/dry, add more half-n-half one tablespoon at a time. Or if it is too wet, add more powdered sugar a little at a time.
  • Beat the buttercream until smooth.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

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Notes

Recipe makes 5 cups of buttercream frosting. Serving size is 2 tablespoons. See blog post for tips and FAQs.

Nutrition

Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 56mg | Potassium: 3mg | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 147IU | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg
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