Kahlua Buttercream Frosting
A delightful twist on traditional buttercream, incorporating Kahlua coffee liqueur for a unique and luscious flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 3 cups (enough for 2-layer cake or 24 cupcakes) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 cup Kahlua coffee liqueur
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional for consistency)
Instructions
- Beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and pale in color (about 2-3 minutes).
- Incorporate the powdered sugar gradually, mixing on low speed initially to avoid a sugar cloud, then increase to medium speed until combined.
- Add the Kahlua and vanilla extract, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Adjust consistency by adding heavy cream one tablespoon at a time if the frosting is too thick.
- Fluff the mixture on high speed for about 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Use immediately on cakes or cupcakes, or store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
Ensure to use room temperature butter for the best texture. Refrigerate leftovers and let sit at room temperature before re-whipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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