PrintStrawberry Buttercream: Discover Creamy Delight Today!
A creamy and delightful strawberry buttercream perfect for frosting cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the strawberry puree and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
- If the buttercream is too thick, add heavy cream one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes, or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Notes
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, add more strawberry puree.
- Make sure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- This buttercream can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg