How to Make Delicious Buttercream Frosting!

Make delicious swiss meringue buttercream and you'll never buy frosting from the store again! It may be a little extra effort, but you can't compete with this creamy, rich frosting!

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Egg Whites - 6 ounces
• Granulated Sugar - 12 ounces
• Butter - 1 1/2 pounds
• Vanilla (or other extract) - 1 tablespoon
• Candy Thermometer

1. 

   In a double boiler, mix together the egg whites and sugar over heat. Whisk constantly, heat until the mixture reaches about 140 degrees. Once the temperature is reached, remove the mixture from the heat.

2. 
   Stiff Peaks

   Using an electric mixer, whip the egg white and sugar syrup until the mixture forms stiff peaks.

3. 

   Gradually add cubes of the butter until all of the butter has been added. Continue mixing until the buttercream is completely smooth. This may take 20 minutes! Don't be afraid if your meringue collapses a little! Once the meringue looks completely smooth and shiny, it is ready to frost your favorite cake or cupcakes!

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure your buttercream is mixed really well. Don't be afraid of over mixing! If you under-mix your buttercream it won't be as smooth.

[inquire]

on 9/13/2009 Thanks for the recipe!! :)

[gabbygirl007]

on 9/11/2009 Great recipe for buttercream frosting. Frosting is an addiction for me. LOL Seriously. It's pretty bad. :)

[eac913]

on 9/8/2009 Sounds great...I have to try this weekend.

[sheraa]

on 9/7/2009 Yummy !!

[malonedwards]

on 4/28/2009 mmmmmmmmmmm! 5*, rcmnd