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Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Quick and easy to make, this light and fluffy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting is a foolproof recipe for your baking!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Passive Time0 minutes
Servings: 2.5 cups
Author: Francine Lizotte
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International
Keyword Baking, Decorations (sweet), Gluten Free, Holidays & Events, Low Sodium/No Sodium, Quick & Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 small pinch fleur de sel (about 1/8 tsp.)
  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream, room temperature or as needed
  • 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Directions

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, add butter and fleur de sel. Using the paddle attachment, whip butter on high speed for about 4 minutes.
  • Adding ¼ cup confectioners’ sugar at a time, process on medium-low speed until completely blended before adding some more.
  • Add heavy cream starting with a couple tablespoons (add more if needed) and pure vanilla extract; process on medium-high speed until nicely blended.