Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 sticks (1 lb, 454 g) unsalted butter, (room temperature)
  • 8 cups (2 lb, 907 g) confectioners sugar, (sifted)
  • large pinch of salt
  • 1-3 tablespoons whole milk (as needed)
  • extracts and flavorings as desired

Instruction

  • Combine the butter, sugar, and flavorings in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment.
  • Start mixing on low speed until the sugar is incorporated with the butter. Increase the mixing speed to high and beat until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Adjust the consistency with milk as needed.
  • Store unused buttercream in the refrigerator in an airtight container and bring it back to room temperature before using to pipe or frost.