Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened to cool room temperature
  • 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch (1g) fine sea salt
  • 4 cups (480g) confectioners' sugar, sifted
  • 2-4 tbsp (30-60ml) heavy cream or whole milk

Instructions:

  1. Beat the softened butter on medium-high speed for 3 full minutes until the color shifts from a deep yellow to a pale, creamy ivory.
  2. Reduce the mixer speed to low. Gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar one cup at a time.
  3. Once the sugar is mostly incorporated, increase the speed to medium and beat for 1 minute.
  4. Add the vanilla extract, salt, and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream.
  5. Whip on high speed for 2 more minutes.
  6. If the frosting feels too stiff for piping, add more cream one tablespoon at a time until it reaches a velvety, spreadable consistency.