Simple Vanilla Buttercream Frosting
Skip the store-bought stuff and make your own easy and delicious homemade Simple Vanilla Buttercream Frosting recipe! Use it on your favorite cakes, cupcakes or just a spoon – I won’t judge!
Servings: 24 servings
Ingredients
- ½ cup real butter, softened 1 stick
- 3 ¾ cups powdered sugar
- 3 - 4 tablespoons milk or water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Food coloring if desired
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a large mixing bowl, using 3 tbsp. milk or water.
- With an electric mixer, beat the ingredients on medium speed until well combined and fluffy. Only add the additional tablespoon of milk or water if frosting seems too thick.
- Use to frost cakes or cupcakes of your choice.
Notes
- You may use salted or unsalted butter for this recipe.
- Please do NOT substitute margarine for the butter in this recipe - it's called BUTTERcream for a reason!
Nutrition
Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 5mg | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 121IU | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.01mg
