Old-Fashioned Buttercream Frosting
Old-Fashioned Buttercream Frosting offers a rich, creamy sweetness perfect for classic cakes and cupcakes. Its smooth texture and vanilla flavor make it a versatile choice for decorating and enhancing baked goods, appealing to both home bakers and professional pastry enthusiasts seeking a nostalgic, flavorful frosting.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, stir flour and milk until smooth.
- Cook over low heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter, Crisco, sugar, and vanilla.
- Add the cooled flour and milk mixture to the butter mixture and beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter texture, ensure your butter and Crisco are at room temperature before mixing. If you want to reduce calories, you can substitute half of the butter with applesauce. This frosting is perfect for cakes like Easy Chocolate Cake(Needs No Frosting) or as a filling for cookies. Remember to beat the mixture thoroughly to achieve a smooth consistency.
Serving Suggestions
This Old-Fashioned Buttercream Frosting is ideal for topping cakes, cupcakes, or even cookies like Jumbo Raisin Cookies. It pairs beautifully with a variety of desserts, including Pineapple Upside-Down Cake(A Light Moist Cake With A Tangy Fruit Topping). Consider adding food coloring for festive occasions or sprinkling some chocolate shavings on top for added flair.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover buttercream frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. When ready to use, bring it back to room temperature and re-whip to restore its fluffy texture. If it’s too thick after refrigeration, add a teaspoon of milk to loosen it up before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Old-Fashioned Buttercream Frosting contains roughly 81 calories, with 1g protein, 12g carbohydrates, and 2g fat.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make this frosting more flavorful?
To enhance the flavor of your buttercream, consider adding a teaspoon of cocoa powder for a chocolate variation or experimenting with different extracts like almond or lemon. This can elevate the frosting and pair well with various cakes and pastries.
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).