Base Frosting

Prep: 10 min Cuisine: American

A simple, versatile frosting with sweet powdered sugar, creamy butter, and vanilla flavor, perfect for decorating cakes and cupcakes with a smooth, thin consistency.

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Ingredients

  • 3 c. powdered sugar
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1/4 c. milk
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Instructions

  1. Mix powdered sugar, butter, milk, and vanilla in a large bowl.
  2. Beat with a mixer until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add more milk one teaspoon at a time until the frosting is thin enough to spread easily.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

498 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.6g 3% DV
Total Fat 27.8g 36% DV
Carbs 46.1g 17% DV
Fiber 0.1g
Sugar 39.1g 78% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 82.5mg 4% DV
Potassium 101mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 76.5mg 26% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 3.9mg 4% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 105.5mg 8% DV
Iron 1.5mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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