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Creamy Buttercream Frosting Recipe

Recipe by: mom2frankandy

"The success of this frosting is in the technique, not the ingredients. It's so creamy and not too sweet."
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  • 1In a large bowl, Whip the butter on high speed, occasionally scraping down the sides of the bowl. Whip until double in volume. This takes a very long time, approximately 10 minutes.
  • 2While still whipping, drizzle in the heavy cream. Continue whipping until the mixture is stiff, approximately 2 to 4 minutes.
  • 3Add 1/2 of the confectioners sugar and whip until smooth. At this point, you can taste the frosting and determine if you would like to add more sugar to sweeten to taste.
  • 4Thickly frosts top and sides of two 9 inch cakes.
Ingredients
  • 12 servings
  • 380 cals
  • 2 cups butter, softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
Nutrition

Amount per serving ( 5 total)

  • Calories:
    380
    19%
  • Fat:
    38
    59%
  • Carbs:
    11
    4%
  • Protein:
    0.7
    1%
  • Cholesterol:
    109
    36%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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