Powdered Sugar Frosting
This quick and easy Powdered Sugar Frosting Recipe takes just minutes to make and is perfect for frosting your favorite cakes and cupcakes.
Equipment
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups salted butter (softened)
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 5-6 tbsp milk
- food coloring if desired (start with a drop or two, increase as needed)
Instructions
- Beat the butter until smooth. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla. Add the milk a little at a time until you’ve reached the desired consistency (you may not need to add all 5 Tablespoons).Mix in the food coloring.
Notes
Feel free to swap the vanilla extract for other flavor extracts, but take caution that most are a bit more potent than vanilla, so start with a teaspoon and work your way up, it's always best to start with too little and add more. The same goes with food coloring!
Nutrition
Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 103mgPotassium: 9mgSugar: 30gVitamin A: 360IUCalcium: 7mgIron: 1mg
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.