Classic American Buttercream Frosting
Classic American Buttercream Frosting is a sweet, creamy topping used to decorate and flavor cakes and cupcakes. It's primarily made from butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a small amount of milk or cream, originating from American home baking traditions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This frosting is extremely high in fat and sugar, providing very little protein or fiber. A typical serving is calorie-dense, with a rough ballpark of 200-300 calories per 1/4 cup.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 34 g |
| Sodium | 40 mg |
| Vitamin A | 115 mcg |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
| Potassium | 20 mg |
| Phosphorus | 15 mg |
Per 1/4 cup (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Its popularity stems from its simple, stable texture and sweet flavor that complements many cake types. Nutritionally, it's a prime example of an 'empty calorie' food, offering energy primarily from sugar and saturated fat with minimal vitamins or minerals.
