This light and creamy frosting makes anything taste fresh. Put it on cookies, cupcakes, or a cake.
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Peppermint Buttercream Frosting
2016-12-10 18:10:52
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Prep Time
5 min
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 drops peppermint oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Beat all ingredients until light, smooth, and fluffy. Spread on cake
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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
5 drops peppermint oil
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.