Coffee Buttercream Frosting
Coffee lovers - this one’s for you! This versatile Coffee Buttercream Frosting works in so many recipes from cookies to cakes and more! If you’re someone who enjoys sweetened, creamy coffee or coffee ice cream, this frosting recipe will be a new favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 Sticks Unsalted Butter
- 12 oz Powdered Sugar
- 2 tsp Instant Decaf Coffee (dissolved in 1 TBSP warm water)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Start by dissolving the instant coffee in warm water. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
- Next, measure and sift the powdered sugar. Set aside.
- Add butter to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or to a large mixing bowl if using a hand mixer. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar while the mixer runs on low speed.
- Once the powdered sugar is fully incorporated into the butter, increase mixer speed to medium until the mixture gets creamy. Reduce the speed to low and gradually add the coffee. For best results, add the dissolved coffee very slowly and in a few additions.
- Add vanilla and salt and mix on low until incorporated until frosting reaches desired consistency and lightens in color. This can take anywhere from 3-8 minutes, depending no preference. Mix for less time for a more structured buttercream and longer for a fluffy buttercream.