American Buttercream (ABC) and Chocolate American Buttercream
American Buttercream (ABC) and Chocolate American Buttercream
Ingredients
For the American Buttercream (ABC)
- 7 ounces unsalted butter, softened
- 12 1/4 ounces powdered sugar, to 14 ounces
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
For the Chocolate American Buttercream
- 7 ounces unsalted butter, softened
- 10 1/2 ounces powdered sugar
- 1 3/4 ounces cocoa powder
- 2 to 3 tablespoons milk, or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
To prepare the American Buttercream (ABC): In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium-high speed for 3 to 4 minutes, until it becomes pale in color and fluffy.
⏱️ 4 min
- 2
Gradually add the powdered sugar to the butter in 2 to 3 additions, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated. Start on low speed to prevent a cloud of sugar, then increase to medium.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Add the milk (or cream), vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and whip the entire mixture for an additional 2 minutes until it achieves a light, fluffy, and smooth consistency. Set aside or use immediately.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
To prepare the Chocolate American Buttercream: In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until it becomes creamy and smooth.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and cocoa powder until well combined. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamy butter in 2 to 3 additions, mixing on low speed until incorporated after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Add the milk (or cream) to the mixture and beat on medium speed until the buttercream is smooth and well combined.
⏱️ 1 min
- 8
Finally, add the salt and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed for 1 minute until the buttercream is light and fluffy. Use immediately for decorating or frosting.
⏱️ 1 min
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American Buttercream (ABC) and Chocolate American Buttercream
Ingredients
For the American Buttercream (ABC)
- 7 ounces unsalted butter, softened
- 12 1/4 ounces powdered sugar, to 14 ounces
- 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
For the Chocolate American Buttercream
- 7 ounces unsalted butter, softened
- 10 1/2 ounces powdered sugar
- 1 3/4 ounces cocoa powder
- 2 to 3 tablespoons milk, or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
To prepare the American Buttercream (ABC): In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium-high speed for 3 to 4 minutes, until it becomes pale in color and fluffy.
⏱️ 4 min - 2
Gradually add the powdered sugar to the butter in 2 to 3 additions, mixing well after each addition until fully incorporated. Start on low speed to prevent a cloud of sugar, then increase to medium.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Add the milk (or cream), vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and whip the entire mixture for an additional 2 minutes until it achieves a light, fluffy, and smooth consistency. Set aside or use immediately.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
To prepare the Chocolate American Buttercream: In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until it becomes creamy and smooth.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and cocoa powder until well combined. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamy butter in 2 to 3 additions, mixing on low speed until incorporated after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Add the milk (or cream) to the mixture and beat on medium speed until the buttercream is smooth and well combined.
⏱️ 1 min - 8
Finally, add the salt and vanilla extract. Beat on medium-high speed for 1 minute until the buttercream is light and fluffy. Use immediately for decorating or frosting.
⏱️ 1 min