Fluffy Buttercream Frosting

I've had several request for my buttercream frosting recipe. I've posted it on this blog, but not as it's own recipe. So, for everyone who has asked me for it, here it is. Now, go and bake!

Ingredients:

1/2 C butter, softened
2-1/2 C powdered sugar, heaping
pinch of salt
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp second flavor extract
2 Tbl cream>
Food coloring

Using your stand mixer or a medium bowl, beat all ingredients together except food coloring for 2-3 minutes. Add food coloring and blend together. On medium speed, beat for an additional 5 minutes.

Frost away!

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Marshmallow Cream Filling

After experimenting with filling cupcakes with regular frosting (not recommended, it's just too rich), I came across a marshmallow cream filling that doesn't call for shortening. Hallelujah! (I'm not a fan of shortening. I know that sounds funny coming from someone who insists on lard in her pie crust dough.) This is pretty darn easy to make, and it tastes great!

Ingredients:

6 Tbs unsalted butter, room temperature
1-1/2 C powdered sugar
3/4 C marshmallow cream
1-1/2 Tbs whipping cream

In a medium-sized bowl, beat together butter, sugar, marshmallow cream, and heavy cream until light and fluffy.

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