Really Really Good And Easy Buttercream Frosting Recipe

This incredibly easy and unbelievably delicious buttercream frosting recipe is a game-changer! Adapted from Confessions of a Cookbook Queen, this fluffy, spreadable frosting is perfect for cakes and cupcakes. Get ready to experience the BEST country-style buttercream you've ever tasted. This recipe easily frosts 24 cupcakes.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 1431.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Really Really Good And Easy Buttercream Frosting

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How to Make Really Really Good And Easy Buttercream Frosting

  1. Add softened butter, milk, and vanilla extract to the bowl of a stand mixer.
  2. Mix on low speed until just combined, about 1 minute.
  3. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula.
  4. Increase speed to medium-low and beat for another minute.
  5. Increase speed to medium-high and beat for another minute.
  6. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed until just incorporated after each addition.
  7. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  8. Increase speed to medium and beat for about 1 minute.
  9. Check the consistency. If your spatula doesn't glide through easily, add 1 tablespoon of corn syrup and beat on medium speed for 30 seconds. Repeat, adding another tablespoon of corn syrup as needed, until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
  10. Once the frosting is spreadable, increase mixer speed to medium-high and beat for 1 minute to achieve a light and fluffy texture.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

760g

Fat

234g

Carbs

66g

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