This Wilton buttercream frosting recipe is perfect to use for icing cakes, piping borders, writing and making flowers. Note: This recipe is for stiff consistency buttercream, which is excellent for piping decorations like flowers.
Wilton is your one-stop-shop for the best buttercream frosting recipes. These easy-to-follow recipes for chocolate, vanilla or other buttercream frostings are perfect for topping-off cakes and other treats.
Add milk and beat at medium speed until light and fluffy. Keep bowl covered with a damp cloth until ready to use. For best results, keep icing bowl in refrigerator when not in use. Refrigerated in an airtight container, this icing can be stored for 2 weeks.
Baking spices, such as cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg and ginger also add depth and warmth to buttercream, perfect for decorating pumpkin spice or carrot cake. It’s always good practice to sift powder or spice ingredients before adding them to your frosting.