Today I have a super easy and simple recipe for maple buttercream frosting! This frosting is so versatile and sooo yummy it would be perfect just as frosting shots! I know… sounds crazy but it’s that good!
Maple Buttercream Frosting
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UGH, it is just so light and fluffy. The addition of maple syrup in the buttercream actually gives it a slight coffee note. YUM! Recipe is adapted from Chow.
Maple Buttercream Frosting
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- In the body of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream the butter until smooth.1 cup unsalted butter
- Add the powdered sugar a little at a time until fully incorporated.2 cups powdered sugar
- Stir in the maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Scrape down the sides.1/2 cup maple syrup, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, pinch of salt
- Add the heavy cream and stir it in. Once it is incorporated, place the mixer on medium-high speed and whip for 3 minutes. Serve immediately.2 tablespoons heavy cream
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Step by Step Directions
A huge tip to me to making sure your frosting comes out super fluffy is making sure the butter is all the way at room temperature, but not runny. AND, whip it per the directions it will come out perfect every time!
Thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoyed today’s simple recipe. What would you top with maple buttercream?!
Comments & Reviews
Dana DeVolk says
This made my morning, thanks so much for taking the time out to let us know!!
Cheri says
Tried this flavor was good made it exactly as the recipe states but it was just like maple sweet butter. Whipped for 5 minutes. Didn’t become fluffy like frosting. Used store brand unsalted butter. Was at room temperature as well.
Vicki k says
I think the recipe should definitely list 3-4 cups powdered sugar not 3/4 cup! I made it as described and used unsweetened pancake maple syrup, it wasn’t runny but it was like pure butter! Added 2.5 more cups of powdered sugar and it turned out perfectly!