Raspberry Buttercream Frosting
A light and fluffy raspberry buttercream frosting that perfectly complements cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup frozen raspberries, thawed and strained
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cream the butter in a mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the strained frozen raspberries and vanilla extract to the butter, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until incorporated.
- Once all the sugar is added, increase the mixing speed and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes, or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Notes
Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Re-whip to restore fluffiness before use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg