Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

Buttercream frosting is the quintessential finisher for any cake or cupcake — our Vanilla Buttercream Frosting is exquisite and creamy with flecks of vanilla bean. Perfect for frosting cakes and creating intricate decorations, it will transform your desserts from tasting good to tasting great.

Ingredients

Directions

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the butter until smooth. Add in the powdered sugar and the salt, whisking on low speed until combined. Add the milk, half-and-half, or cream and vanilla bean scrapings, beating on high speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add more milk or powdered sugar as needed to achieve your desired spreading consistency.

  • 170 grams unsalted butter, softened
  • 350 grams powdered sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons whole milk, half-and-half, or cream
  • Scrapings of 1 Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Bean or 1 tablespoon of Nielsen-Massey Pure Vanilla Bean Paste
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Directions

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the butter until smooth. Add in the powdered sugar and the salt, whisking on low speed until combined. Add the milk, half-and-half, or cream and vanilla bean scrapings, beating on high speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add more milk or powdered sugar as needed to achieve your desired spreading consistency.

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    10 minsprep

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    0 minscook

This Recipe Uses

Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Beans

Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Beans

Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Bean Paste

Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Bean Paste

A Vanilla Frosting Recipe You'll Want to Keep Forever

This Vanilla Frosting Recipe brings the perfect touch of sweetness to your favorite cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. Simply prepared using quality ingredients and our vanilla, this frosting is light, fluffy, and spreadable.

Easy to Whip Up Anytime

This creamy frosting is not too sweet, but packed with flavor. Made with premium vanilla extract, it creates a well-balanced taste that enhances every bite.

Perfect for Every Celebration

Whether you're topping a plain vanilla cake or adding a swirl to cupcakes, this recipe makes it easy to impress guests.

From Nielsen-Massey Vanillas

At Nielsen-Massey, we create quality vanilla that helps every baker—from beginner to pro—bring out the best in their desserts with confidence.