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The Best Homemade Vanilla Frosting

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A smooth, creamy, and perfectly sweet homemade vanilla buttercream frosting that’s easy to make and versatile for cupcakes, cakes, or cookies.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 ½ cups powdered sugar

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Beat the softened butter on medium speed for 3 to 4 minutes, until pale and creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Beat for another 3 to 4 minutes until fluffy and smooth.
  3. Adjust consistency if needed by adding more milk for thinner frosting or more powdered sugar for thicker frosting.
  4. Use immediately to frost cupcakes, cakes, or cookies.

Notes

  • For vanilla bean frosting, replace vanilla extract with seeds from one vanilla bean.
  • Add gel food coloring for custom colors without affecting taste.
  • Mix in cocoa powder or almond extract for flavored variations.
  • Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to one week.
  • Let refrigerated frosting sit at room temperature 20 minutes before use and re-beat if needed.
  • Freeze frosting up to three months; thaw in refrigerator overnight before use.
  • Use a piping bag with preferred tip for neat frosting application.

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