Raspberry Buttercream Frosting
Indulge in the heavenly taste of raspberry buttercream frosting! This luscious blend of whipped fresh raspberries and creamy butter adds a sweet and tangy touch to your desserts. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or simply as a dip for fruits, this easy-to-make frosting will impress at any gathering. With its vibrant color and delightful flavor, each bite promises a burst of joy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 47 minute
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 cup fresh raspberries (mashed)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp milk or cream (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Gather your mixing tools: a large bowl, electric mixer, and spatula.
- Beat the unsalted butter in the bowl until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Gradually add sifted powdered sugar on low speed to avoid clouds; increase speed until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mash fresh raspberries until juicy but not liquid.
- Fold the mashed raspberries, vanilla extract, and milk/cream into the butter mixture until well combined.
- Taste-test and adjust sweetness or raspberry intensity as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For a citrus twist, try adding lemon zest. - Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week; let it warm up before reusing for easy spreading.