Favorite Vanilla Frosting
A basic vanilla cream frosting flavored with vanilla bean extract., but you can use any kind of vanilla. This makes enough frosting for a 9-inch layer cake.
Servings 12 people
Cost 5
Ingredients
- 8 oz butter, softened (230 grams)
- 3 ¾ cup powdered sugar (1 pound) (448 grams)
- 4 teaspoons vanilla extract or Sonoma Syrups Vanilla Bean Crush (You can use less vanilla if desired)
- 2 tablespoons whole milk (you can also use half & half)
- ¼ teaspoon salt but only if using unsalted butter
Instructions
- Beat the butter with an electric mixer until it is soft and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, scraping the sides of the bowl. Add the vanilla and some (about a teaspoon) of the milk. Beat on high until light and creamy, scraping sides of bowl.
- Add remaining milk if needed. Taste test and add more sugar, vanilla or milk to get the consistency you want. If you did not use salted butter, add salt to taste (up to about ¼ teaspoon).
