Easy Caramel Buttercream Frosting
This easy caramel buttercream frosting recipes uses caramel sauce to get big caramel flavor without needing a candy thermometer. You can use homemade caramel sauce or buy a jar at the grocery store. Either way you are sure to end up with a perfectly fluffy American-style buttercream that is perfect for using on layer cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more.
Servings: 24 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup caramel topping
- 1 pinch salt
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Beat 1 cup butter using a hand mixer or stand mixer with the paddle attachment until soft and fluffy.
- Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ⅓ cup caramel topping, and 1 pinch salt, mixing until combined.
- Stir in 4 cups powdered sugar on low speed.
- Add desired amount of cream (1 to 2 Tablespoons heavy cream). Beat on medium-high speed for at least 2 minutes or until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Adjust the final consistency by adding a little more cream or powdered sugar.
Notes
- If you don't have cream, you can use milk. Just add it a Tablespoon or two at a time until you get the right consistency.
- For a salted caramel buttercream, just add salt to taste.
- I like using a thick caramel sauce for this recipe. You can usually find it in jars with the ice cream toppings or in a squeeze bottle with the coffee flavorings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 6mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 248IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.01mg
Tried this recipe?Please consider rating it and saving on Pinterest for later!