American Buttercream Recipe With Shortening

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WEBNov 1, 2016 · Instructions. Beat 2 cups of unsalted butter on medium speed for 30 seconds until smooth with a paddle attachment / stand mixer or a …

1. Beat 2 cups of unsalted butter on a medium speed for 30 seconds until smooth with a paddle attachment / stand mixer or a hand mixer.
2. Mix in 1 Tbsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste and 1/2 tsp salt on a low speed.
3. Slowly add in 7 cups of powdered sugar while mixing slowly on the lowest setting. Half way through add in 3 Tbsp of heavy cream or milk to make it easier to mix. I like to place a kitchen towel over my mixer to contain any powdered sugar clouds.
4. Mix on low until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the desired consistency is reached.

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American Buttercream {with Butter and Heavy Cream}

WEBMay 5, 2022 · Instructions. Add the butter and one cup of the powdered sugar to the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. …

1. Add the butter and one cup of the powdered sugar to the bowl of a standing mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on low just to blend, then beat on high for 3 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl a few times.
2. Add the heavy cream and another cup of powdered sugar. Beat on low speed to blend, then on high speed for another two minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl a few times.
3. Add two more cups of powdered sugar and the salt and extracts. Beat on low to combine, then on high for about 1 minute, until the buttercream is completely smooth.
4. Check the consistency and beat in more powdered sugar if the buttercream is too thin. Taste, and add more salt, vanilla, or almond extract if desired.

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Fluffy Vanilla Buttercream (American Buttercream

WEBMay 29, 2019 · After you whip the buttercream for several minutes, you might find that it is a perfect consistency. If that is the case, don’t feel …

1. Place the butter and a couple of cups of the sugar in a mixing bowl. Mix on medium speed until the sugar is blended well with the butter. Blend in the vanilla extract.
2. Slowly add more sugar a little at a time. Start with just 6 cups of sugar if you want a looser, fluffier consistency. Beat until it is very smooth and creamy.
3. To get really smooth and creamy results, beat for at least 5 to 6 minutes with a handheld mixer and 3 to 4 minutes with a stand mixer. For an even fluffier and almost white color, add a couple more minutes.
4. If you want a stiffer, thicker consistency, add the additional 2 cups of powdered sugar.

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