Best 5 Peppermint Buttercream Frosting Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the realm of peppermint buttercream frosting, a delectable confection that tantalizes the taste buds with its refreshing minty flavor and velvety smooth texture. Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking inspiration for your next baking masterpiece or a novice cook eager to explore the art of frosting, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect peppermint buttercream frosting that will transform your cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts into culinary delights.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
PEPPERMINT BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
An easy, mint-flavored frosting. You can substitute 4 to 6 tablespoons creme de menthe syrup for the peppermint extract and milk, if desired.
Provided by GlacierFreeze
Categories Desserts Frostings and Icings Buttercream
Time 5m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Beat butter in a bowl with an electric mixer on low speed until smooth and creamy; gradually add confectioners' sugar and milk and beat until smooth. Add peppermint extract and food coloring and beat on high speed until fluffy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 28.2 mg, Sugar 18 g
BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
This basic buttery frosting has unmatchable homemade taste. With a few simple variations, you can come up with different colors and flavors-from orange, lemon and mint to chocolate and peanut butter. -Diana Wilson, Denver, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield about 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a bowl, cream butter. Beat in sugar and vanilla. Add milk until frosting reaches desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 80g carbohydrate (75g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
PEPPERMINT BUTTERCREAM
Use this bright green buttercream to make our Football Cupcakes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cake Recipes Fillings & Frostings Buttercream Frosting Recipes
Time 25m
Yield Makes about 3 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put egg whites and sugar in the heatproof bowl of an electric mixer set over a pot of simmering water. Whisking constantly, cook until sugar dissolves and mixture is warm to the touch (about 160 degrees). Attach bowl to a mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Starting on low and gradually increasing speed to high, beat egg whites until stiff and glossy and the bottom of the bowl is cool, about 10 minutes. Reduce speed to medium-low, and add butter, a few tablespoons at a time, until incorporated. Switch to paddle attachment, and add peppermint extract, salt and, if using, food coloring. Beat until air bubbles are gone and mixture is smooth. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature and re-whip with paddle attachment before using.
PEPPERMINT FROSTING
Use this recipe when making our Peppermint Yule Log.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield About 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Put 1 1/2 cups sugar, the corn syrup and 1/4 cup water in a small heavy saucepan; cook over medium heat, stirring often, until sugar has dissolved, about 4 minutes. Raise heat to high. Bring to a boil, without stirring; wash down sides of pan with a wet pastry brush to prevent crystals from forming. Boil until syrup registers 230 degrees on a candy thermometer, about 5 minutes.
- Put egg whites into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar. Reduce speed to low. Carefully pour in hot syrup down side of bowl. Raise speed to medium-high. Mix until completely cool, thick, and shiny, 12 to 15 minutes. Mix in peppermint extract. Use immediately.
PEPPERMINT BUTTERCREAM ICING
Created to fill a chocolate roll that I covered in dark Lindt chocolate. This is fluffy, yet rich, and delightfully minty
Provided by KEA-CA
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 1 chocolate roll
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- whip butter.
- blend in icing sugar and 2 tablespoons of half and half.
- add egg whites and BEAT! until fluffy.
- mix in peppermint extract.
- Be sure to taste!
Tips:
- For a richer buttercream, use unsalted butter at room temperature.
- For a lighter buttercream, use half butter and half shortening.
- Add a little salt to balance the sweetness of the frosting.
- For a minty flavor, use pure peppermint extract.
- Add a drop of green food coloring for a festive touch.
- Chill the frosting for at least 30 minutes before using to make it easier to spread.
- Use a star tip to create beautiful swirls on your cupcakes or cake.
- Garnish with crushed candy canes or peppermint pieces for a finishing touch.
Conclusion:
Peppermint buttercream frosting is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used on a variety of desserts. With its light and fluffy texture and refreshing peppermint flavor, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice, this frosting is easy to make and will add a festive touch to your holiday treats.
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