Sweet, smooth, and sturdy—this American crusting buttercream is a decorator’s dream. It spreads and pipes beautifully while holding its shape and forming a light crust for a polished finish.
Whether you’re frosting cupcakes, layering cakes, or adding detailed piping, this buttercream is reliable and delicious. Customize the flavor or color as needed, and enjoy the ease of a classic that works every single time.
Ingredients
- 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 1-pound powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1-2 tbsp heavy cream, milk or coffee creamer
Equipment: mixing bowls, measuring cups, and spoons | Yields: 3 cups frosting
How to Make American Crusting Buttercream
Cream butter and shortening together.
Add powdered sugar, vanilla and 1 tbsp liquid to bowl. Mix until incorporated.
Add an additional tbsp of liquid.
Mix on high for 3-5 mins. Only add the last .05 tbsp of liquid if it’s not silky and a smooth.
American Crusting Buttercream
Sweet, smooth, and sturdy—this American crusting buttercream is a decorator’s dream.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- measuring cups
- spoons
Ingredients
- 1 stick unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 1 lb powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1-2 tbsp heavy cream, milk, or coffee creamer
Instructions
- Cream butter and shortening together.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and 1 tbsp liquid to a bowl. Mix until incorporated.
- Add an additional tbsp of liquid.
- Mix on high for 3-5 minutes. Only add the .05 tbsp of liquid if it's not silky and smooth.
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