American Buttercream

Frosts one two layer 9 inch OR one three layer 9 inch OR one 9 by 13 sheet OR 24 cupcakes

5 sticks unsalted butter at room temperature
5 cups powdered sugar (20 ounces)
Pinch salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream

Whip butter with paddle attachment in mixer on medium high speed for 3 minutes. Scrape down bowl and add powdered sugar and salt. Slowly increase speed to medium high and beat for 3 more minutes. Scrape down bowl. Add vanilla and cream. Slowly increase speed to medium high and beat for 30 seconds. Dye with food colors as desired.

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