This homemade buttercream cake frosting recipe is perfect for decorating and frosting your favorite cakes. Made with simple ingredients like butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, this creamy frosting will take your cakes to the next level.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tbsp milk
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the vanilla extract and milk, and continue beating until smooth and creamy.
- If the frosting is too thick, add more milk, 1 tbsp at a time. If it's too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- Use the buttercream frosting to frost your cake or cupcakes as desired.
Interesting Facts
Buttercream frosting is a classic and versatile frosting that can be flavored in many ways, such as chocolate, strawberry, or lemon.
Homemade buttercream frosting is much tastier and creamier than store-bought frosting, and it's easy to customize the flavor and consistency.