Description
Russian Buttercream Recipe is a smooth and creamy 4 ingredient frosting made with sweetened condensed milk. It comes together in just 10 minutes and is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
1 quarter teaspoon fine salt
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
Powdered sugar optiona
Instructions
- Start by placing your room temperature butter into a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, or use a hand mixer. Beat the butter on medium high speed for about 5 to 7 minutes. During this time, the butter will become lighter in color and fluffier in texture as air is incorporated.
- Next, add the vanilla extract and salt. Mix on low speed until everything is fully combined. This step ensures the flavor is evenly distributed without deflating the whipped butter.
- Slowly pour in the sweetened condensed milk. Add it gradually, about one quarter at a time, while mixing on medium speed. This helps the mixture emulsify properly and prevents it from separating.
- As you mix, pause occasionally to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula. This ensures all ingredients are fully incorporated and prevents any pooling at the bottom.
- If the buttercream appears too soft or slightly separated, you can fix it by adding powdered sugar gradually, about half a cup at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- Once finished, your buttercream should be smooth, creamy, and ready to use.
Notes
Use room temperature butter for best results.
Add condensed milk slowly to prevent separation.
Chill briefly if the frosting becomes too soft.
Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors without changing consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Frosting and Fillings
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Russian