Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Strawberry Buttercream Frosting, a fluffy and vibrant topping that elevates any dessert. This easy-to-make frosting bursts with the fresh flavor of strawberries, perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or even enjoyed by the spoonful. Its beautiful pink hue and creamy texture make it a stunning addition to your baking repertoire. Capture the essence of summer in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and pureed)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare strawberries by washing, hulling, and pureeing them until smooth. Set aside two tablespoons for decoration.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat room temperature butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Mix in strawberry puree until fully combined for a vibrant pink frosting.
- Add heavy cream and vanilla extract; beat on medium speed until smooth. Adjust consistency with additional heavy cream if necessary.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired before frosting your favorite baked goods.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg