Lavender Buttercream Frosting: The Best Floral Touch for Cakes
This lavender buttercream frosting is the perfect addition to any cake, bringing a floral touch that delights the senses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon culinary lavender
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fully incorporated.
- Mix in the heavy cream, lavender, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and fluffy.
- Adjust consistency with additional cream if necessary.
- Use immediately to frost cakes or store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For a stronger lavender flavor, increase the amount of culinary lavender.
- Let the frosting sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before using if it’s been refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg