Easy buttercream recipe

Source:

http://artisancakecompany.com/recipe/easy-buttercream/

Easy Buttercream

Delicious, rich and easy buttercream recipe that anyone can make. This is not a crusting buttercream. It is meringue based so it has a slight shine and chills nicely in the fridge. Takes 10 minutes to make and is fool-proof!

Servings	Prep Time
8 in round cake	5 minutes

Cook Time	Passive Time
3 minutes	8-10 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 lbs unsalted room temperature butterYou can use salted butter but it will affect the taste. Leave out additional salt. 
• 2 lbs powdered sugar (sifted if not from a bag)
• 1-2 Tablespoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon sea salt you can use regular salt too if you want
• 1 cup pastureized egg whites

Servings:in round cake

Instructions

1. Place egg whites and sugar in a stand mixer (you can mix with a hand mixer too if thats all you have). 
2. Attach the WHISK and combine ingredients on low and then whip on high for 5 minutes. 
3. Once the meringue is light, white, fluffy and shiny, add in your butter in chunks. Add in vanilla and salt. 
4. Let whip for 8-10 minutes until its very white and light and shiny.