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Sugar Cookie Buttercream Frosting

Sugar Cookie Buttercream Frosting: 5 Steps to Delightful Treats


  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Frosting for about 24 sugar cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and sweet buttercream frosting that perfectly complements sugar cookies, making them even more delightful.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt.
  4. Beat on high speed for 2-3 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  5. Adjust the consistency with more cream or powdered sugar as needed.
  6. Spread or pipe the frosting onto cooled sugar cookies.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Mixing
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
    • Calories: 100
    • Sugar: 10g
    • Sodium: 50mg
    • Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 12g
    • Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 30mg

    Keywords: Sugar Cookie Buttercream Frosting