Martha Stewart Buttercream Frosting Recipe
Everyone loves a good cake. The secret is always the frosting. You need a reliable Martha Stewart Buttercream Frosting Recipe.
Equipment
- Stand Mixer
- Whisk Attachment
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring Cups
- Sifter
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter 1 Cup
- Confectioners Sugar 4 Cups
- Vanilla Extract 1 Tsp
- Whole Milk 2 Tbsp
- Salt 1 Pinch
Instructions
- Place your softened butter in the mixer bowl. Use the whisk or paddle attachment for this.
- Beat the butter on medium-high speed. Do this for about three full minutes. The butter should look very pale and creamy.
- Turn the mixer to the lowest speed setting. Gradually add the sifted sugar to the bowl.
- Add the vanilla extract and the salt now. Pour in one tablespoon of milk as well.
- Increase the speed back to medium-high again. Beat the mixture for two more minutes.
- Check the thickness of your frosting now. Add more milk if it feels too stiff.
Notes
- Always use room temperature butter for smooth mixing.
- Sift your sugar to avoid any tiny white lumps.
- Add milk slowly to keep the frosting thick enough.
- Beat longer for a much lighter and fluffier texture.
- Use clear vanilla if you want a pure white.