Now, I'm a frosting lover, so it would be hard to find a frosting I don't like. Adam, on the other hand, is not... but he LOVED this recipe - I was completely shocked! So there you have it, folks. If I can convince the frosting despiser... you can convince anyone it's the world's best buttercream!
{ Magnolia Bakery's Vanilla Buttercream }
via: Martha Stewart
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 6 to 8 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Directions:
1. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine butter, 4 cups sugar, milk, and vanilla.
2. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy, 3 to 5 minutes.
3. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating for about 2 minutes after each addition, until icing reaches desired consistency.
** You may not need to add all the sugar. I use approx. 6 - 6.5 cups. **
4. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Bon Appetit!
