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Vanilla Buttercream

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 lb confectioners sugar
  • 4 tbsp heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Place the butter in the bowl of a stand mixer set with the paddle attachment.
  • Beat to butter on medium speed for 3 to 5 minutes or until butter is light and creamy.
  • Turn the speed of your mixer down to the lowest number, then start adding the powder sugar little by little alternating with the heavy cream. Use a spatula to disperse the sugar. (prevents major clean ups)
  • Add the vanilla and the salt.
  • Once you have added all the ingredients and they have incorporated turn the speed of your mixer up to medium-high (speed 4) and let it cream for 2 to 4 minutes. If you wish to add color to your buttercream this is the time to do so.