Description
A luscious and vibrant Fresh Raspberry Buttercream recipe that combines real raspberries with creamy butter and powdered sugar to create a smooth, fluffy, and naturally flavored frosting perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries (or thawed frozen raspberries)
Dairy
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
Flavorings
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Raspberry Puree: Mash raspberries in a bowl until broken down, then strain the mixture through a fine sieve to remove seeds, collecting 3 to 4 tablespoons of smooth raspberry puree.
- Cream Butter: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter in a mixing bowl for about 2 minutes until it becomes creamy and light in texture.
- Add Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar into the creamed butter, adding one cup at a time. After all the sugar is mixed in, pour in the teaspoon of vanilla extract and continue to mix thoroughly.
- Mix Raspberry Puree: Add the raspberry puree to the buttercream one tablespoon at a time, blending well after each addition until the frosting is smooth, well combined, and fluffy.
- Adjust Consistency: If the buttercream is too thin, add more powdered sugar incrementally to thicken it. If too thick, add a teaspoon of milk at a time until the desired texture for spreading is achieved.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh or properly thawed frozen raspberries to ensure a vibrant flavor and smooth frosting.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature to achieve a creamy texture when beaten.
- Sifting the powdered sugar helps to avoid lumps and creates a smoother buttercream.
- If you want a more intense raspberry flavor or color, you can add a few drops of natural red food coloring or raspberry extract.
- This buttercream is ideal for spreading or piping onto cakes and cupcakes and can be refrigerated for up to one week.
- Before using refrigerated buttercream, let it come to room temperature and re-whip if necessary to restore fluffiness.
