Fluffy Vanilla Frosting

4.60 from 10 ratings

This easy-to-make vanilla frosting is the ultimate dessert baking staple that perfectly pairs with your favorite cake, cookies, cupcakes, or brownies. Make it in one bowl in just 10 minutes.

Prep Time10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy vanilla frosting, vanilla buttercream frosting, vanilla frosting

Servings: cups

Author: Beth

Ingredients

3 sticks unsalted butter room temperature (1 & 1/2 cups)
1 tsp vanilla extract
2-3 cups powdered sugar
Dash milk or heavy cream if frosting becomes too thick

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine the butter and vanilla extract, beat using an electric mixer until fluffy, 1-2 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low until combined.
If you want to add food coloring, do so now.
Taste as needed to determine if you want more powdered sugar. If the frosting becomes too thick, add a dash of milk or heavy cream.
If you want an extra fluffy frosting, add in 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream when adding the last bit of powdered sugar. Whip for 3-4 minutes.

Notes

This frosting recipe makes enough frosting to frost 12 cupcakes or a two layer 8 inch cake.

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