Classic American Buttercream Recipe – a delicious recipe with unsalted butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, salt. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Drinks & Smoothies
Servings:persons
1
Add the butter to a stand mixer fitted with the whisk or paddle, or a medium mixing bowl if using a handheld mixer. Beat butter at medium speed until creamy, smooth, and lightened in color, about 2 minutes.
2
Add sugar, cream, vanilla, and salt and mix at low speed until somewhat incorporated. Increase the speed to high and mix until buttercream is smooth and fluffy, 3-5 minutes. (If the buttercream is too thick, add a little more cream, if it's too thin, add more powdered sugar.)
3
Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container or a zipper-lock bag for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 2 months. To use buttercream that has either been refrigerated or frozen, first allow to come to room temperature then beat until smooth and spreadable again. Cakes or cupcakes decorated with buttercream generally keep for up to 3 days, stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Serve buttercream at room temperature.
609
kcal
Calories
39
g
Fat
68
g
Carbs
1
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 5 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature, 2 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons heavy cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.
Yes, Classic American Buttercream Recipe falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.
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