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Delicious Strawberry Buttercream Icing on a cupcake.

Strawberry Buttercream Icing

A delightful icing that adds a sweet and fruity touch to cakes, cupcakes, and cookies with fresh strawberry puree.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted Sift to avoid lumps.
  • 1/4 cup strawberry puree Can use fresh or frozen strawberries, blended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
  3. Pour in the strawberry puree and continue to beat until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
  4. Adjust the consistency with more powdered sugar if needed.
Serving
  1. Spread the icing on top of cooled cakes or cupcakes using a spatula or piping bag.
  2. Garnish with fresh strawberries for an extra touch.
Storage
  1. Store leftover icing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  2. To reuse, let it sit at room temperature and re-whip until smooth.
  3. Can be frozen for up to three months; thaw completely before using.

Notes

You can create different flavors by adding purees like raspberry or blueberry, or mixing in vanilla extract for extra flavor.