Frosted Cupcakes
Frosted Cupcakes

Cupcakes are inexpensive and easy to make, but making them look professional requires a bit more effort. This recipe is for a classic American buttercream, and the directions are for a basic cupcake swirl. Feel free to experiment with tips and icing flavors for cool new designs.

Classic American Buttercream

3/4 unsalted butter

4-5 cups icing sugar, sifted

3 tbsp cream (optional)

In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream the butter until smooth. Add the icing sugar, one cup at a time, until desired consistency is reached. Add the cream if the icing needs to be creamier.

Frosting Directions

Place cupcakes on a level surface.

Attach a large icing tip to a pastry bag, and fill 3/4 full with frosting. Twist the end to avoid spillage.

Starting in the middle of the cupcake, gently squeeze the bag to get a slow flow of frosting. Bring it to the edge of the cupcake, and gently swirl upwards, like an ice cream cone.

Top with sprinkles, cocoa powder, or candy bits.

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