Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 4 cups powdered sugar ((1 lb, 455 grams), sifted after measuring)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter ((2 sticks, 226 grams), at room temperature)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (, optional, but highly recommended!)

Instruction

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, or in a large bowl with a hand-held mixer, mix all of the ingredients on low speed until it starts to come together.
  • Increase speed to high and beat for 4-5 minutes until frosting is fluffy, pausing once or twice to scrape the bowl down.
  • (Optional Step) The frosting will be very airy with lots of bubbles. To achieve a smooth frosting, beat it with a wooden spoon by hand for 2-3 minutes. This will push all of those air bubbles out.
  • Use frosting as desired to cover cakes, cupcakes, cookies, etc. This is enough frosting for a double layer 8 or 9-inch cake, 2 dozen cupcakes, or 2 dozen 4-inch cookies.
  • Store frosting at room temperature for 1-2 days, in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to several months.