Vanilla Frosting Recipe

frosting recipe

Vanilla Frosting

Giada DeLaurentiis’ Vanilla Frosting recipe is the perfect topper to your next batch of cupcakes.

Prep: 0 5min0

Total: 0 5min0

Yield: about 1 pound (enough for 12 cupcakes)

Serving Size: 1 of 8 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 8 servings, calories 283, Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 7g, Carbohydrate 45g, Fiber 0g, Sugar 44g, Protein 0g, Cholesterol 31mg, Sodium 6mg

Ingredients:

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, at room temperature
3 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup whole milk, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instruction:

In a medium bowl, using an electric hand mixer, beat the butter until light and smooth. Beat in the powdered sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth and creamy.

Buttercream Icing Recipe / How to Make Perfect Buttercream Frosting

FAQ

What is the difference between icing and frosting recipe?

In broad terms, frosting is thick and fluffy, and is used to coat the outside (and often the inner layers) of a cake. Icing is thinner and glossier than frosting, and can be used as a glaze or for detailed decorating.

What is homemade frosting made of?

Stick with 2-3 Tablespoons of milk/cream and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract per 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar. This ratio of ingredients produces a wonderfully flavored and drizzle-able icing.

Which frosting is best for beginners?

American Buttercream

This is the most basic type of buttercream, made by creaming butter and sugar until light and fluffy. The firmness and stability of this buttercream makes it suitable for anything, from frosting to filling cakes. You don’t need to worry about the decorations melting when the cake’s on display!

What is the difference between frosting and icing?

Icing is thinner than frosting but not quite as thin as a glaze. Typically made with powdered sugar and liquid, such as water, milk, or juice, icing can be drizzled or spread. Icing has more shine and a smoother consistency than frosting.

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Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.