Strawberry Frosting
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter, softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberry powder (or ground freeze-dried strawberries)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4–6 tablespoons heavy cream
- Optional: 1–2 drops pink food coloring for a bolder pink
Instructions
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the softened butter on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the strawberry powder and vanilla extract. Beat until evenly combined and tinted pink.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low until incorporated. Once fully added, beat on medium-high for 1–2 minutes.
- Add 4 tablespoons of heavy cream and whip for another 2–3 minutes until smooth and airy. Add more cream 1 tablespoon at a time if needed to adjust the consistency.
- If desired, add a drop or two of food coloring for a deeper pink. Beat again until fully blended.
- Use right away or refrigerate in an airtight container. Let it come to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Find it online: https://lifeandsprinkles.com/cupcake-frosting-cheat-sheet/