Description
Homemade Strawberry Frosting is a luscious and fruity topping that transforms any dessert into a delightful treat. This easy-to-make frosting features fresh strawberries, creating a vibrant pink hue and a burst of flavor that will remind you of sunny days. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or simply enjoyed by the spoonful, this frosting is sure to bring smiles to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and hull the strawberries, then chop them into small pieces.
- 2. Blend: Puree the strawberries in a blender until smooth.
- 3. Beat the Butter: In a bowl, beat softened butter with an electric mixer until fluffy.
- 4. Mix in Sugar & Cream: Gradually add powdered sugar on low speed, followed by heavy cream and vanilla extract.
- 5. Incorporate Strawberry Puree: Slowly mix in the strawberry puree until well combined. Adjust sweetness with more powdered sugar if desired.
- 6. Final Whip: Increase speed to high and whip for another minute until light and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 20mg