Easy Strawberry Buttercream Frosting
Ingredients
- 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted if lumpy
- 1 cup strawberry preserves, stirred well
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream, only if needed
Instructions
- In the bowl of an electric mixer using the paddle attachment, cream the butter on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
- Slowly add confectioners’ sugar and blend well.
- On low speed, add preserves and blend until creamy.
- If the frosting is too stiff, add 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream. Blend until creamy and of spreading consistency.
- Use immediately or refrigerate in a covered container.
Notes
Makes enough to frost 2 8-inch or 9-inch layers or enough to fill 1 dozen cupcakes with some leftover