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Close-up photo of two cupcakes and two whole strawberries on a small, glass cake stand with two milk jars and a small bouquet blurred in the background.

Strawberry Buttercream Frosting

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 3 cups

Ingredients

  • 3 large strawberries room temp
  • 1 stick butter room temp
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream

Instructions

  • Using a food processor, puree three large strawberries.
  • Add butter and vanilla to food processor. If food processor is big enough, add in powdered sugar ½ cup at a time. Use bowl and hand mixer, if not.
  • Once frosting is beginning to thicken, add in 1 tablespoon of heavy whipping cream.
  • Icing should be smooth but hold its shape.
  • Pipe icing onto room-temperature cupcakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 62mg | Sugar: 27g
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