Easy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

 What's up guys? I'm going to make this post short and sweet, so...

I decided to pair this along with the cupcake recipe I just posted. This is my favorite, go-to recipe for buttercream and I really like it. I got this from Sally's Baking Addiction (just like the cupcakes) of course. 

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Here's the recipe! 

Easy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting: 

    (this yields around 2.5 cups)

1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temp.

4-5 cups of confectioner's sugar

1/4 heavy whipping cream, milk, or half and half at room temp.

2 tsp vanilla extract

salt, to taste

With a handheld or stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium-high till creamy, about two minutes. Add 4 1/2 cups of the confectioner's sugar, milk, and the vanilla. Beat on low for 30 seconds then increase to medium high speed for two minutes. Add a pinch of salt if the frosting is too sweet. If the frosting is too runny, add the powdered sugar, a tablespoon at a time, or add milk if it is too thick. Use immediately or cover and store in the fridge for 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months. After freezing, thaw in the refrigerator, then beat the frosting on medium high for a few seconds, so it's nice and creamy again. If needed, add a splash of milk to thin it out. 

Hope you enjoyed this simple vanilla frosting recipe. If you make this recipe please comment below! Thanks for reading, and see you later!