Description
Caramel Buttercream is a smooth, decadent frosting that adds the perfect touch of rich caramel flavor to any dessert, from cakes to cupcakes and cookies.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2–3 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for desired consistency)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Add the caramel sauce and vanilla extract to the butter, continuing to beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in the salt until fully incorporated.
- If the frosting is too thick, add heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
- Continue to beat the frosting on medium-high speed for an additional 2-3 minutes to achieve a light and fluffy texture.
- Once ready, use the frosting immediately to decorate cakes, cupcakes, or any other baked goods.
Notes
If you’d like a salted caramel twist, add an extra pinch of salt.
For a mocha-flavored version, mix in a small amount of instant coffee or espresso powder.
Stir in cocoa powder for a chocolate-caramel frosting.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Rewhip it if it firms up.
This frosting can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Let it come to room temperature and rewhip before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
