American Buttercream

American Buttercream is one of the easiest frostings to make! It only requires four super simple ingredients and works for almost anything you can think of!

To be totally honest with you, I grew up calling American Buttercream “frosting”. I didn’t know there were so many different kinds of buttercream as a kid! It wasn’t until a few years ago that I really learned the differences. There’s Swiss, French, Italian, and American!

I mean, how awesome is that?! Four different kinds of buttercream, all just as unique and delicious as the next.

The secret, so I’ve learned, with making American Buttercream is beating it on a high speed until it’s light and fluffy. You can literally do anything with this stuff!

Though, I kinda prefer to grab a spoon and take a couple bites. It’s seriously that good!

How to make american buttercream

The best part of American Buttercream is it’s simplicity. The first thing you need to do is get your butter out early so it has time to soften! The key to this buttercream is having room temperature butter.

Once your butter is at room temperature, get the rest of your ingredients out and measured. This will make your life easy as you go!

Next, add the butter to the mixer. Beat on a high speed until it is light and fluffy. This will take about 3-4 minutes.

Slowly add the powdered sugar one cup at a time. Make sure to beat it well after each addition!

Now add the cream and vanilla and beat until well incorporated.

See? Super easy and absolutely delicious!

Expert Tips:

• Use room temperature butter.
• Beat the frosting until light in fluffy after each additional ingredient is added.
• Make sure to scrape down the sides to ensure everything is completely incorporated.

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