Buttercream Frosting
This recipe for classic Buttercream Frosting is my go-to for decorating cakes and cupcakes. It’s simple, yet delicious and creamy, and also holds it’s shape well when using frosting decorating tips. My variation uses almond extract instead of the usual vanilla flavoring. One reason I like to use pure almond extract is for the clear color. It keeps the frosting a crisp, white color. The flavor of almond extract is amazing with a sweet, nutty depth and I even use in pancakes, cookies and all kinds of sweet treats, to give the flavor a different dimension or twist. Another change in the traditional recipe is using a dairy-free butter. I prefer Country Crock Plant Butter with olive oil.
Let’s Begin!
Ingredients:
1 cup butter, softened (I use Country Crock’s Plant butter with olive oil)
4 cups confectioner’s sugar, sifted
2 tsp almond extract
pinch of salt
2 tbsp milk, almond milk or half and half
Instructions:
In a large bowl, cream softened butter on medium speed until smooth and has lightened in color, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the confectioner’s sugar, 1/2 cup at a time. Once all sugar is incorporated, scrap sides of bowl down, then turn mixer to high and mix about 10-15 seconds more.
Add almond extract and a pinch of salt and mix until well incorporated.
Add your milk, 1 tbsp at a time until the preferred consistency is achieved.