Description
This Funfetti Buttercream Frosting is a creamy, colorful, and sweet icing perfect for topping cakes, cupcakes, and other baked treats. Made from scratch with simple ingredients, it combines smooth buttercream with vibrant rainbow sprinkles for a festive touch.
Ingredients
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Buttercream Frosting
- 226 g (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 450 g (1 pound) powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2-4 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 80 g (1/2 cup) rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Beat the butter: In a large bowl, using a hand-held or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add powdered sugar: Add the powdered sugar and mix on low speed until completely incorporated into the butter.
- Add vanilla and cream: Pour in the vanilla extract and enough heavy cream or milk, starting with 2 tablespoons, then adding more if needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Beat until airy: Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl to ensure even mixing. Beat on medium speed for 3-4 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Incorporate sprinkles: Add the rainbow sprinkles and mix on low speed just until they are evenly distributed throughout the buttercream. Avoid overmixing to prevent the sprinkles from bleeding color.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the frosting's saltiness.
- Adjust the heavy cream or milk to get a thicker or thinner frosting depending on your needs.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and cream with vegan alternatives.
- Do not overmix after adding sprinkles to preserve their vibrant colors.
- Perfect for decorating birthday cakes, cupcakes, and festive treats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
