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Fluffy Marshmallow Buttercream Frosting Recipe

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This marshmallow buttercream recipe is like adding a fluffy cloud of delicious flavor to your favorite cupcake or birthday cakes. It’s easy to make with a jar of marshmallow creme and can be tinted with food coloring to fit any theme.

Prep:
10 min
Total Time:
15 min
Skill Level:
Beginner
Yield:
3 1/4 cups

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)
  • 1 1/2 cups marshmallow fluff
  • Tools

  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula

Instructions

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Notes

  • This buttercream recipe is great for filling layered cakes, frosting cupcakes, and piping decorations.
  • To store: Frosting should be stored in an airtight container in a refrigerator for 2 weeks and can be frozen for up to 6 weeks. Bring back to room temperature and re-whip before using. Frosted cakes and cupcakes can be stored on the counter for two to three days.
  • To color: Use Icing Colors or food coloring to tint frosting to any color without disturbing the consistency of the frosting.
  • To cut sweetness: If your buttercream is too sweet, add a pinch of salt. Make sure it dissolves completely once mixed in. You can also opt for 1/2 cup salted butter rather than 1/2 cup unsalted butter to avoid overly sweet buttercream.

How To

Buttercream Frosting Consistency

Buttercream Frosting Consistency

Whether you're frosting a cake or piping decorations, the consistency of the frosting is key to getting the right results. Thankfully, it's easy to take your buttercream from stiff to soft consistency, and the other way around!
Buttercream Frosting Consistency

Buttercream Frosting Consistency

Whether you're frosting a cake or piping decorations, the consistency of the frosting is key to getting the right results. Thankfully, it's easy to take your buttercream from stiff to soft consistency, and the other way around!
Buttercream Frosting Tips and Tricks

Buttercream Frosting Tips and Tricks

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How to Store Buttercream Frosting

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