Description
This Strawberry Frosting recipe is a luscious, creamy buttercream infused with fresh strawberry puree, perfect for decorating cakes and cupcakes. It combines rich unsalted butter with sifted confectioners’ sugar and a touch of vanilla extract, resulting in a light, fluffy frosting with a delightful natural strawberry flavor.
Ingredients
Buttercream Base
- 2 cups unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1.5 pounds confectioners’ sugar (24 ounces or about 5.5 cups, sifted)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Strawberry Puree
- 6-8 medium fresh strawberries (pureed, about 4-5 tablespoons of puree)
Instructions
- Beat the Butter: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the room-temperature unsalted butter on medium-high speed for about 5 minutes until creamy and smooth.
- Add Sugar and Flavorings: Lower the mixer speed to low and gradually add the sifted confectioners’ sugar, mixing until fully incorporated. Then add the pure vanilla extract and 3 tablespoons of fresh strawberry puree, mixing until combined.
- Adjust Strawberry Flavor: Turn off the mixer and taste the frosting. Gradually add the remaining 2 tablespoons of strawberry puree to reach your preferred strawberry intensity. Be careful not to exceed 5 tablespoons total to avoid thinning out the frosting.
- Whip Until Fluffy: Increase the mixer speed back to medium-high and beat the mixture for 3 to 4 minutes until the frosting is light, airy, and fluffy.
- Use the Frosting: Spread or pipe the strawberry frosting onto your cake or cupcakes as desired for a beautiful, flavorful finish.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for best mixing and texture.
- Sift the confectioners’ sugar to prevent lumps in your frosting.
- Fresh strawberries provide the best natural flavor; adjust the amount of puree carefully to maintain frosting consistency.
- If frosting becomes too thin, chill it briefly before using.
- This frosting works well on vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry cakes and cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert Frosting
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
