Coconut Buttercream Frosting
A delightful Coconut Buttercream Frosting that adds a tropical touch to any cake or cupcake with its creamy texture and hint of coconut flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Frosts 2 to 3 cakes or around 24 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup desiccated coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Creaming the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Sweetening the Mixture: Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Adding Creaminess and Flavor: Add the coconut milk and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Folding in Texture (If Desired): If using, fold in the desiccated coconut until evenly distributed.
- Ready for Frosting: Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes, or store in the refrigerator for later use.
Notes
Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow it to come to room temperature before reusing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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