Description
A creamy and fruity blackberry buttercream frosting that adds a vibrant touch to any dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup blackberry puree (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream (if needed for consistency)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Beat the softened butter until creamy in a large bowl.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined.
- Add the blackberry puree and vanilla extract; beat until smooth.
- If the frosting is too thick, add heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
- Add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
- Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes, or store in the refrigerator until needed.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. Use fresh blackberries for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg