Vanilla Latte Buttercream Frosting
Prep: 10 min. If you love lots of frosting, double the recipe.
This recipe goes with Basic Layer Cake, Vanilla Cupcakes
Yield: Makes about 2 1/4 cups
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 (16-oz.) package powdered sugar
- 3 to 5 Tbsp. milk
Preparation
1. Beat first 4 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar alternately with 3 Tbsp. milk, 1 Tbsp. at a time, beating at low speed until blended and smooth after each addition. Beat in up to 2 Tbsp. additional milk for desired consistency.
Member Ratings and Reviews
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the first time i made this icing, the espresso flavor was way too strong. It was almost bitter. Not to mention the Instant espresso makes the icing a very unappetizing color. The second time around i cut the espresso in half to 1/2 tablespoon. It came out great! the perfect color, texture and flavor.03/16/09





