Vanilla Frosting Recipes

Vanilla frosting is very versatile and goes well with all types of baked goodies, be it a regular cake, cupcake or cookie. And vanilla frosting is so simple and easy to make that you can prepare it within no time. As per your taste buds and diet restrictions, gather the required supplies such as vanilla extract (or bean, if desired for a rich flavor), milk, butter and sugar in specific quantities. Then blend them together in an electric mixer till you get the required smoothness. Here are some of the vanilla frosting recipes which you can make and use to top your favorite baked foods.

Recipes for Vanilla Frosting

Vanilla Frosting from Scratch

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons of low-fat milk
• 1 stick of unsalted butter
• 3 cups of powdered white sugar

Directions

Use a hand-held mixer and a bowl. Before you start mixing the above ingredients, soften the butter by taking out from the freeze. Then, add soften butter, sugar and vanilla extract in the bowl. Whip this mixture, until powdered sugar blends well with butter and vanilla. Transfer this butter mixture into the mixer and then add low-fat milk. Process the frosting until it is thick and creamy. Chill frosting in the freeze for at least half an hour and your delectable vanilla frosting is ready.

Easy Vanilla Frosting

Ingredients

• ⅛ cup vanilla soy milk
• ¾ cup margarine
• ¾ cup powdered sugar

Directions

In a mixing bowl, combine the ingredients - vanilla soy milk, margarine and powdered sugar. After whipping for a few minutes, transfer it into an electric mixer and blend for the appropriate time or until the frosting turns smooth and creamy in texture. You can add more margarine and sugar to make the desired consistency. Allow the frosting without butter to thicken in the refrigerator, before you use for topping cakes.

Vanilla Frosting for Cupcakes

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups (4 sticks) unsalted butter (softened)

Directions

Take a medium-sized saucepan, add all-purpose flour, milk and whisk for 5 minutes to make a smooth paste. Put it over a medium heat and cook till the mixture starts bubbling. Stir constantly and allow to thicken for 10 - 15 minutes. Keep this aside and allow to cool down. In a large bowl, add soften butter, sugar and vanilla. Beat this mixture and pour in the electric mixture. Process the mixture till it is smooth and fluffy. Check whether the flour and milk mixture is cooled or not. If yes, add it into the mixer and beat for another 5 minutes at a high speed. Turn off mixer and by this time, you will get a thick frosting. Cover lid and refrigerate for 15 minutes. It is best to use immediately after chilling. Besides decorating cupcakes, you can use this thick-textured vanilla frosting for cookies as well.

Vanilla Frosting for Cookies

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1½ tablespoons butter (soften)
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 3 - 4 tablespoons milk
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

For this cake frosting recipe, whip the softened butter first in a mixing bowl. Stir in the remaining ingredients - vanilla extract, sugar, milk and salt. Whisk for about 10 minutes until all the ingredients blend well in the mixture. If needed, add more milk and sugar. Once, you are satisfied with the thickness of the frosting, spread it over hot cookies and pound cakes.

Try making vanilla frosting, spread it over cakes and give that complete look to your baked goodies. If preferred, you can add a small amount of food coloring and impart color to plain vanilla frosting.