Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

By srumbel

This basic buttery frosting has unmatchable homemade taste. With a few simple variations, you can come up with different colors and flavors. —Diana Wilson, Denver, Colorado
from tasteofhome.com

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 4-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 5 to 6 tablespoons 2% milk

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Beat in the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. Yield: About 3 cups.
YIELD:24
Nutritional Facts

2 tablespoons equals 124 calories, 4 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 40 mg sodium, 23 g carbohydrate, 0 fiber, trace protein.
Wine Pairings
Sweet White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.