Name: Quick and Almost Professional Buttercream Icing Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 4 cups powdered sugar; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 4-5 tbsp heavy cream

Quick and Almost Professional Buttercream Icing Recipe

Gwendolin Beard Modified: April 17, 2024

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How To Make Quick and Almost Professional Buttercream Icing

Get the taste and texture of a professional buttercream icing in no time with this quick and easy recipe!

Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 0 minutes

Total: 10 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
4-5 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add in the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
Add in the vanilla extract and mix well.
Gradually add in the heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the desired consistency is reached.
Use a piping bag or spread the icing over your cake or cupcakes, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories : 700kcal
Total Fat : 35g
Saturated Fat : 22g
Cholesterol : 91mg
Sodium : 11mg
Total Carbohydrates : 97g
Dietary Fiber : 0g
Sugar : 96g
Protein : 0g

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