Easy Buttercream Frosting
A light and fluffy buttercream frosting ready in just 10 minutes, perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, and pastries. Customize it with your favorite flavor extract to match any occasion. Simple ingredients, stunning results every time.
🛒 Ingredients
3 servings
- 60 g (¼ cup) unsalted margarine, at room temperature
- 125 g (1 cup) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or flavor of your choice
- 1 tbsp milk, to adjust consistency
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Directions
- 1
Remove margarine from the refrigerator 30 minutes before starting so it softens completely. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 1 minute until light and creamy.
- 2
Add the sifted powdered sugar in two or three batches, starting on low speed to prevent a sugar cloud, then increasing to high. Beat for 2–3 minutes until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- 3
Mix in your chosen extract and, if the frosting is too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time to reach your desired consistency. Beat for an extra 30 seconds, then use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
💡 Chef's Tip
Gel food coloring blends in beautifully without affecting flavor. This batch frosts 6–8 cupcakes or covers one small cake layer. Double the recipe for a two-layer cake.
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