5-Minute Easy Mint Buttercream Frosting
A quick, refreshing mint buttercream perfect for topping your favorite cupcakes or cakes. Ready in just 5 minutes!
Equipment
- Stand mixer (or hand mixer)
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp peppermint extract
- 2 tsp milk or cream plus extra if needed
- 2-3 drops green food coloring optional
Instructions
- Whisk your softened butter and powdered sugar together in a stand mixer or with a hand mixer. Start on low speed for about a minute to keep things neat, then boost it to medium speed for one more minute until the mixture begins to look light and fluffy. Give the bowl a quick scrape down.
- Pour in your pure extracts, milk, and optional green coloring. Whip everything on medium-high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until you achieve a wonderfully smooth, cloud-like texture.
- Check your consistency! If you'd like a lighter, spreadable cream, simply mix in a teaspoon of milk at a time. If you prefer a firmer texture for piping, fold in a little extra powdered sugar a quarter-cup at a time.
- Swirl or pipe this refreshing frosting over your favorite wholesome cupcakes or cakes and enjoy immediately!
Notes
Nutrition per serving: Calories: 258 kcal | Total Carbs: 30g | Net Carbs: 30g | Fats: 16g | Protein: 0.2g
