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Lavender Buttercream Frosting

Lavender Buttercream Frosting for Charming Floral Desserts

This Lavender Buttercream Frosting offers a unique floral flavor perfect for enhancing your desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Infusion Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar sifted
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or plant-based alternative, infused with lavender
  • 1-2 tablespoons Culinary-grade Lavender ensure safe for consumption
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • hand mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Lavender Infusion: In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream until warm, add lavender buds, steep for 1-2 hours, then strain.
  2. Mix Ingredients: Beat softened butter on medium speed until creamy, gradually add sifted powdered sugar, mix until smooth.
  3. Incorporate Cream: Slowly pour in lavender-infused cream and vanilla extract, whip on medium-high for 3-5 minutes until fluffy.
  4. Adjust Consistency: If too thick, add more lavender cream; if too thin, mix in additional powdered sugar.
  5. Use Immediately or Store: Frost desserts or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 5mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IU

Notes

For vegan frosting, substitute vegan butter and plant-based cream.

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