Beautiful Buttercream Frosting

Buttercream FrostingThis recipe is very aptly named because it’s made with both butter and cream, lots of butter, and a little cream.  

It’s my favorite , except for chocolate. … Let me be more specific; this is my favorite white frosting recipe.  I use it on everything from sugar cookies to cinnamon rolls.  It’s rich, creamy, and delicious.
Buttercream Frosting

Buttercream Frosting
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Prep Time
10 min
Prep Time
10 min
Ingredients
  1. 4 cups powdered sugar
  2. ¾ cup butter, softened
  3. ½ cup cream
  4. 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  5. ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. Beat all ingredients until light, smooth, and fluffy. Spread on cake
Notes
  1. This makes enough for a 3 (9 inch) layer cake. If you're making just 2 layers, or a 13 x 9 inch cake, you'll have extra.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine: 4 cups powdered sugar ¾ cup butter, softened ½ cup cream 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ teaspoon salt

In a large mixing bowl, combine:
4 cups powdered sugar
¾ cup butter, softened
½ cup cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt

Beat until very light and fluffy. If it's too dry, add a few drops of cream. If it's too sticky, add a little powdered sugar to adjust.

Beat until very light and fluffy. If it’s too dry, add a few drops of cream. If it’s too sticky, add a little powdered sugar to adjust.

Smooth 1 cup frosting on the first layer, ...

Smooth 1 cup frosting on the first layer, …

... another cup on the second layer, and ...

… another cup on the second layer, and …

... the remaining frosting on the sides then top.

… the remaining frosting on the sides then top.

Decorate, or keep it simple. Either way, it's delicious.

Decorate, or keep it simple. Either way, it’s delicious.