Frosting or Glaze Recipe

Name: Frosting or Glaze
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: about 1 cup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 cups powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

American · Dessert · 10 min total

Frosting or Glaze recipe videos

A versatile, creamy frosting that can be used as a spread or thinned to a glaze for drizzling over cakes, cookies, and pastries.

10
min prep

8
servings

160
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy, about 1 minute.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, beating on low speed until incorporated and smooth.
Add the milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. For a thinner glaze, add more milk 1 teaspoon at a time until desired consistency.
Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.

Tips

For a chocolate variation, substitute 1/4 cup of powdered sugar with unsweetened cocoa powder.
Store leftover frosting in the refrigerator for up to 1 week; bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
This recipe can be easily doubled.

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