Fluffy Creamy Frosting

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Directions

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes.
2. Add confectioners' sugar, milk, and vanilla extract and beat on low speed until combined, about 1 minute. Increase speed to medium-high and beat until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes.
3. Spread or pipe frosting onto cooled cakes or cupcakes. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• This recipe makes enough frosting to cover an 8-inch round or square cake or 24 cupcakes.
• To make a chocolate version of this frosting, add 3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder to the frosting.
• This frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.