Buttercream Boston

Buttercream Boston is a delightful, airy, and creamy frosting that adds a sweet vanilla flavor to cakes and cupcakes, perfect for any celebration.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Dessert, Frosting

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Frosting Ingredients

1 cup Butter, softened Use room temperature butter for best results.
4 cups Powdered sugar Sift to avoid lumps.
2 tablespoons Milk Add more if the buttercream is too thick.
2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Can substitute with almond or lemon extract for different flavors.

Method

Preparation

In a mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
Add milk and vanilla extract, and beat until fluffy.
Spread or pipe the buttercream onto the cake.

Notes

Buttercream Boston can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week or frozen for up to three months. Let it thaw in the fridge before reusing.