Vanilla Butter Frosting Recipe

Tired of overly sweet, powdered-sugar-heavy frostings? This recipe delivers the perfect balance! We use less powdered sugar to let the rich butter and pure vanilla shine. The result is a luscious, creamy frosting ideal for cupcakes, cakes, and more. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 1186 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Vanilla Butter Frosting

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How to Make Vanilla Butter Frosting

  1. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened unsalted butter in a medium mixing bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar to the creamed butter, alternating with 1/4 cup milk, beginning and ending with the powdered sugar. Beat on low speed until well combined and smooth. Add more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract and beat on medium speed for another minute until light and fluffy.
  4. Frost your favorite cupcakes, cakes, or cookies and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

627g

Fat

196g

Carbs

53g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vanilla Butter Frosting?

Vanilla Butter Frosting takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vanilla Butter Frosting?

Vanilla Butter Frosting has approximately 1186 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 53 g carbohydrates and 95 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vanilla Butter Frosting?

The key ingredients for Vanilla Butter Frosting are Butter, Powdered Sugar, Milk, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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