Basic Vanilla Buttercream
By Coldsnap46
This recipe for Basic Vanilla Buttercream is courtesy of Billy Reece from Billy's Bakery in New York City.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 6 to 8 cups confectioners' sugar*
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Will use as little as is necessary to reach desired consistency.
Preparation
Step 1
Step 1
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter until smooth and creamy, 2 to 3 minutes. With mixer on low speed, add 6 cups sugar, milk, and vanilla; mix until light and fluffy. If necessary, gradually add remaining 2 cups sugar to reach desired consistency.
YIELD:
Makes enough for 30 cupcakes