This Almond Buttercream Frosting is the perfect blend of creamy sweetness and subtle almond flavor. With a smooth, fluffy texture and a hint of vanilla, this frosting complements cakes, cupcakes, and more. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it whips up beautifully and adds a touch of elegance to any dessert. Whether you’re frosting a birthday cake or a batch of cupcakes, this almond buttercream will make your treats unforgettable!
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp milk or cream
Equipment I Used
How to Make It
Prepare the Butter
In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk or paddle attachment, add 1 cup of room-temperature butter. Using an electric hand mixer or the stand mixer on medium-high speed, whip the butter for 5 minutes, scraping down the sides occasionally. The butter will become light, fluffy, and pale in color, creating the perfect base for the frosting.
Add the Powdered Sugar
Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar, about half a cup at a time, mixing on the lowest speed setting. After each addition, mix until fully combined to avoid lumps and create a smooth consistency.
Incorporate the Flavorings and Salt
Add 2 tsp of almond extract, 1 tsp of vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp of salt to the mixture. Mix on low speed until the extracts and salt are well blended into the frosting.
Add the Milk or Cream
Slowly drizzle in 2 tbsp of milk or cream while mixing on low speed. Pause to scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally, ensuring the frosting is evenly mixed and has a smooth texture.
Whip the Frosting to Finish
Increase the mixer speed to medium and whip the frosting for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until it becomes light, smooth, and creamy. This final step enhances the fluffy texture and creates a beautifully spreadable consistency.
This Almond Buttercream Frosting is a simple yet delicious way to elevate any dessert with its rich, creamy texture and hint of almond flavor. Whether you’re decorating a cake or spreading it over cupcakes, this frosting is sure to impress. If you try this recipe, I’d love to hear how it turned out—share your experience in the comments below!
Almond Buttercream Frosting
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp milk or cream
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl with an electric hand mixer or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk or paddle attachment, add in room temperature butter. Whip the butter for 5 minutes on medium-high speed, scraping down the sides occasionally. The butter will be light, fluffy, and pale in color.
- Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar, about half a cup at a time, mixing on the lowest speed setting. After each addition, mix until fully combined.
- Add almond and vanilla extract and salt and mix on low until combined.
- Slowly drizzle in the cream or milk while mixing on low speed. Scrape the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure the frosting is well mixed.
- Turn the speed on the mixer to medium and whip for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until the buttercream is smooth and creamy.
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