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Strawberry Buttercream Recipe

Strawberry Buttercream Recipe
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Strawberry Buttercream Frosting uses 5 simple ingredients to create a light, creamy frosting that’s perfect for cupcakes, cakes, and more! Made with real strawberries for the best flavor!

Ingredients

Strawberry Puree

  • 4 cups strawberries fresh or frozen (thawed)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice

Strawberry Buttercream

  • 1 cup salted butter room temperature
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 4 Tablespoons strawberry puree

Instructions

  1. Strawberry Puree – Remove the stems of the strawberries and add them to a medium pot with the sugar and lemon juice. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently to avoid boiling. Once this mixture begins to simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir often until the strawberries break down and reduce by half, this should take 20 to 30 minutes. Use an emulsion blender if you like the puree to be smoother. When the reduction is finished, remove it from the heat and allow it to come to room temperature before adding it to the recipe.
  2. Strawberry Buttercream – In a large bowl or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter until light and smooth. Add in the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing between each addition until smooth and fully incorporated. Then add the strawberry reduction and whip at high speed until the desired consistency is reached.

Notes

  • Store the frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use it within a week.
  • You can freeze the buttercream for up to one month.
  • For a smoother puree, you can use an emulsion blender or a food processor.
  • If you want to skip making homemade strawberry puree, you could swap it out for strawberry jam.
  • The leftover puree can be used on pancakes, French toast, over ice cream, or even added to cocktails and fresh lemonades. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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