Description
Indulge in a delightful Mint Buttercream Frosting that elevates your desserts with its cool, creamy texture and refreshing mint flavor. This irresistible frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies, adding a unique touch to any occasion. With just a few drops of food coloring, you can achieve a beautiful mint green hue that impresses everyone at the table. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself, this frosting is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 5 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp mint extract
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1–2 drops gel food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a stand mixer or large mixing bowl, whip the room temperature butter for about 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in half of the powdered sugar on low speed until combined, then add the remaining sugar.
- Stir in vanilla extract, mint extract, and salt. Slowly drizzle in heavy cream while mixing on low speed.
- Add food coloring if desired. Increase speed to medium and whip for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg