Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups confectioners' sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2-4 tablespoons milk or cream
Directions
- In a large bowl, cream the butter until it is light and fluffy.
- Add the confectioners' sugar one cup at a time, beating until the sugar is fully incorporated.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Add the milk or cream one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the desired consistency is reached.
- Frost the cake or other desserts with the buttercream frosting.
Interesting Facts
- This recipe makes enough frosting to cover a 9-inch cake or 24 cupcakes.
- Buttercream frosting can be flavored with any extract or liqueur.
- This frosting can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.