Classic American Buttercream

Tiffany Hill

Servings

6 Cups

Prep Time

10 minutes

Category

Dessert

A rich, creamy bakery-style buttercream that’s perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookie cakes, and decorating. Smooth, fluffy, and easy to customize with flavors and colors.

Classic American Buttercream

Ingredients

  • 4 sticks (2 cups) salted butter, softened

  • 5 cups powdered sugar

  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Directions

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    1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter on medium-high speed for 5 minutes until pale and creamy.

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    1. Add vanilla extract and then add the powdered sugar gradually, mixing on low speed at first to prevent a sugar cloud.

    2. Once incorporated, increase speed to medium and beat until smooth.

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    1. Beat on medium-high speed for an additional 5 minutes until light and airy.

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    1. Beat on lowest setting for another five minutes to remove air bubbles and smooth out buttercream.