Description
Learn how to make the perfect Russian Buttercream, a silky and delicious frosting that’s easy to whip up. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy frosting that’s perfect for cupcakes or cakes.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat the Butter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium-high speed for 5 to 7 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add Condensed Milk: Gradually stream in the sweetened condensed milk with the mixer on low speed until fully combined.
- Flavor and Mix: Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Beat on medium-high speed for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth.
- Store or Use: Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container. Re-whip before using if chilled.
Notes
- For a chocolate variation, add cocoa powder or melted chocolate during mixing. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Whipping
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
