Ingredients

The following ingredients have 10 Servings
  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 1 pound powdered sugar (approximately 3 1/2 cups)
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 4 tablespoons cream or milk

Instruction

  • Place butter in bowl. Mix until creamy and smooth.
  • Add powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Mix until incorporated. Mixture will be thick. 
  • Add vanilla and 2 tablespoons of cream. Mix well. Continue adding cream until buttercream reaches the desired consistency. 
  • Use right away or cover in an airtight container and refrigerate.