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Easy Raspberry Buttercream

A simple and sweet raspberry buttercream frosting! Perfect for icing cakes or cupcakes.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword buttercream frosting, raspberry frosting
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ΒΌ cup raspberry jam or preserves
  • 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • red and pink food coloring optional

Instructions

  • In a stand mixer, mix the butter on medium speed for about two minutes or it turns white in color.
  • Add the vanilla and raspberry preserves. Mix, and slowly mix in the powdered sugar.
  • Beat on low speed for 2-3 minutes, adding heavy cream if the buttercream is too thick to spread. To thicken it, add small amounts of powdered sugar.
  • Spread or swirl on cooled cake. Store in fridge to keep for up to a week, or store in an airtight container in the freezer to keep for up to 3 months.