Description
A simple vanilla frosting recipe that’s perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It’s creamy, smooth, and easy to make with basic ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Beat the softened butter in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed to avoid a mess.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt if using.
- Add milk or heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
- Beat on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
- For a stiffer frosting, use less milk.
- For a thinner consistency, add more milk.
- Use room-temperature butter for best results.
- Store leftover frosting in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg