Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (230 grams) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 3 cups (360 grams) powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream or heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until smooth.
2. Add in the powdered sugar and mix on low speed at first, then increase to medium speed and continue mixing for another 1-2 minutes until the mixture starts to come together.
3. Add in the heavy cream (start with 2 tablespoons and add a little more if needed) and vanilla extract and continue mixing on medium-high speed for another minute or until everything is well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

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Recipe Notes: Frosting can be made 1-2 days in advance, cover tightly and transfer to the refrigerator. Remove from the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before frosting cupcakes/cakes.
Frosting will also freeze well for 2-3 months, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then bring to room temperature and mix well before frosting cupcakes/cakes.