Easy Almond Buttercream for Decorating Cookies
Need a simple and versatile frosting for cookies, cakes and more? Check out this easy almond buttercream frosting for decorating cookies!
Equipment
- Electric Mixer
Ingredients
- 1 lb Powdered Sugar equivalent to about 3.5-4 cups, not sifted
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter, softened
- 1/8 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp Almond Extract
- ¼ cup Milk or Water ⅕ to ¼ cup
Instructions
- Mix your softened butter in your stand mixer or with electric mixer until creamy.
- Add in all remaining ingredients except for the water and mix on low until somewhat combined.
- Turn mixer up to medium speed and pour in your water a little at a time until your icing reaches your desired consistency.
- Mix on high speed for another 3-5 minutes until ingredients are fully combined.
- Taste and enjoy!