How to Make the Best Buttercream Recipe
This creamy, easy american buttercream recipe doesn't require any special skills or equipment, is fast to make and will be the perfect addition to your cakes and cupcakes!
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Icing Sugar
- 1/2 cup Butter softened to room temperature
- 2-4 tbsp Milk Ideally 2% Milk
- 1.5 tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add 1/2 cup of the icing sugar and 1/4 cup of butter. Mix well until smooth, then gradually add 1/2 cup of icing sugar.
- Add the rest of the butter while continuously mixing and add 2 tbsp of milk.
- Add the rest of the icing sugar and the vanilla extract.
- Continue beating, while adding milk 1 tbsp at a time as needed, until you get the optimal consistency. Buttercream should be soft and easily spreadable, but it shouldn't get liquid. If needed, put the buttercream in the fridge for a while.