Extra Special Buttercream Icing Recipe

This unbelievably delicious buttercream icing is the secret to a show-stopping cake! Used for my daughter's wedding cake (and it fed 14!), this recipe creates a fluffy, light-as-air icing perfect for frosting, borders, and delicate piping. Get ready for compliments galore – this recipe is a true game-changer.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 984.6 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Extra Special Buttercream Icing

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How to Make Extra Special Buttercream Icing

  1. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and ½ cup shortening until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
  2. Gradually add 6 cups powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon meringue powder, and about half of the cream, creaming until thoroughly combined and smooth.
  3. Add ¼ teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (or desired flavoring), and enough heavy cream (start with 2-4 tablespoons) to reach your desired consistency.
  4. Beat on medium speed for 3-5 minutes, until the icing is light, fluffy, and holds its peaks.
  5. For a pure white icing, substitute all 1 ½ cups (3 sticks) of butter and shortening with shortening.
  6. Using butter creates a delicate ivory color; a touch of vanilla extract enhances the beautiful pale color.
  7. The meringue powder helps create a delicate, light crust while keeping the inside soft and fluffy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

473g

Fat

134g

Carbs

40g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Extra Special Buttercream Icing?

Extra Special Buttercream Icing takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Extra Special Buttercream Icing?

Extra Special Buttercream Icing has approximately 984.6 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 40 g carbohydrates and 88 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Extra Special Buttercream Icing?

The key ingredients for Extra Special Buttercream Icing are Butter, Vegetable Shortening, Powdered Sugar, Salt, Meringue Powder, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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