Vanilla Buttercream Recipe
Ingredients
- 16 tbsp butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract clear
- 1 tbsp whole milk Sub: 2% milk, half/half, heavy cream
Servings: cups (Enough for 1 double-layer 8" round cake)
Units:
Instructions
- Cream butter in a stand mixer until smooth.
- Add about 1 c. powdered sugar until integrated.
- Add vanilla, mix well. (This is an image of what I use.)
- Add remaining powdered sugar. Mix on med high until smooth.
- Add milk to desired consistency and taste.
- If desired, add tinting gel.
Recipe Notes
Hot tip: Margarine is not a very good substitute. Vegetable shortening is a doable substitute for half the butter - the flavor is different and careful if adding coloring.
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