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Vegan buttercream frosting on vanilla cupcakes.

Vegan Buttercream Frosting

Keri Bevan
This silky smooth vegan buttercream frosting is thick enough to beautifully pipe onto cakes and cupcakes, yet light enough to melt in your mouth. Made with just 4 simple ingredients - vegan butter, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and plant-based milk - it comes together in just minutes.
5 from 21 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes or 1 cake
Calories 229 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup vegan butter softened (such as Earth Balance or Miyoko's)
  • 3-4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons non-dairy milk such as almond, soy, or oat milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened vegan butter with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth.
  • Gradually add in powdered sugar, about 1 cup at a time, while continuing to beat the mixture.
  • After adding about 2 cups of powdered sugar, add in 2 tablespoons of non-dairy milk and the vanilla extract. Continue to beat until well combined.
  • Gradually add more powdered sugar until you reach your desired sweetness and consistency. If the frosting is too thick, add more non-dairy milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
  • Beat the frosting on high speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  • Use the frosting to decorate cakes, cupcakes, or cookies!

Notes

❄️Storage Instructions

Refrigerator

If you plan to use the frosting within a few days, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. Before using refrigerated frosting, allow it to come to room temperature and give it a quick stir. This will help restore its creamy consistency for easy spreading or piping. Vegan buttercream frosting can typically be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.

Freezer

Transfer the frosting to an airtight container or resealable freezer bag, squeezing out any excess air before sealing. When you're ready to use the frozen frosting, transfer it to the refrigerator and let it thaw overnight. Once thawed, give it a good stir to restore its texture before using. Vegan buttercream frosting can typically be stored in the freezer for up to 1-2 months without significant changes in flavor or texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 229kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 0.1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 124mgPotassium: 10mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 729IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.03mg
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