Mint Buttercream Frosting
Elevate your desserts with this delightful Mint Buttercream Frosting! This creamy, refreshing frosting perfectly complements a variety of baked goods, from cupcakes to chocolate cakes. With its simple preparation and vibrant mint flavor, it’s an irresistible addition to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: About 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp mint extract
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Gel food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whip the room temperature butter on medium speed for about 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add half of the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined. Add the remaining sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
- Pour in the vanilla and mint extracts along with salt; mix on low before slowly drizzling in the heavy cream to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Increase mixer speed to medium and whip for an additional 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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