Bestest Buttercream Icing — General recipe

Bestest Buttercream Icing

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 1090 kcal  · General

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Try this homemade Bestest Buttercream Icing recipe the whole family will love. Made with sugar, unsalted butter, solid shortening and vanilla. Easy step…

This Bestest Buttercream Icing relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as shifted powdered sugar, unsalted butter, softened, solid shortening and vanilla. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1090 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
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