Marshmallow Buttercream

Tiffany Hill

Servings

6 Cups

Prep Time

10 minutes

Category

Dessert

A soft, fluffy buttercream with a light marshmallow sweetness and silky texture. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookie cakes, and filling layered desserts.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup salted butter, softened
  • 2 cups marshmallow fluff
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–4 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for a softer texture)

Directions

    Step One: Cream the Butter

    1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes until light and creamy.

    Step Two: Add the Marshmallow Fluff

    1. Add the marshmallow fluff and mix until fully incorporated and smooth. Scrape down the bowl as needed.

    Step Three: Add Powdered Sugar

    1. Add the powdered sugar gradually, mixing on low speed at first to prevent a sugar cloud.

    Step Four: Add Flavor and Adjust Texture

    1. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

    2. If a softer, silkier buttercream is desired, add heavy cream 1 tablespoon at a time until your preferred consistency is reached.

    Step Five: Whip for Fullness

    1. Beat on medium-high speed for an additional 1–2 minutes to create a light, airy texture.