Easy American buttercream frosting recipe not too sweet tutorial how to make

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Small batch:
2 sticks of unsalted butter
3.5 cups of powdered sugar
2tsp vanilla
2-3 tbsp heavy whipping cream
Salt to taste
Standard batch:
4 sticks of unsalted butter
7 cups of powdered sugar
4 tsp vanilla
5+/- tbsp heavy whipping cream
Salt to taste
Extra large batch:
8 sticks of unsalted butter
14 cups of powdered sugar
8 tsp vanilla
8+/- tbsp heavy whipping cream
Salt to taste

[@sa8135]

Hey ,how many grams is a stick, I'm from the uk

[@its_abby_abigail]

It is roughly 113 grams a stick

[@sa8135]

@@its_abby_abigail thank you, I think I wasted my question, my really and pressing question is, is this firm enough for piping and what are the storage instructions, how long can it stay stable at room temp, I am so grateful for your response :)

[@its_abby_abigail]

@@sa8135 hi, yes I use this for all my piping unless I do flowers and it needs to be super super stiff. For that, I take this frosting and add powdered sugar until it’s thick enough.

[@its_abby_abigail]

And I store in the fridge but I think some people freeze it. I haven’t though. To bring it to room temp I leave it out overnight then mix it up. Or I microwave some of it and mix it with the cold

[@sa8135]

@@its_abby_abigail thank you v much I really appreciate your response, because the recipes I follow usually go wrong measurements in grams would be super helpful , you have a new subscriber, all the best with your channel

[@kanmaniravi6040]

I haven't tried the recipe yet. But your down to earth nature is a rare element that I have come across in my 50 years of life.

[@elizabethcezar6465]

THIS IS THE BEST BUTTERCREAM FROSTING I CAME ACROSS NOW THIS IS THE ONLY AMERICAN BUTTERCREAM FROSTING I USE THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@its_abby_abigail]

I’m so glad you like it!!! It’s my favorite too!!

[@Charm111871]

It’s amazing how you broke it down step by step for us beginners. Thank you so much for making this video. You’re very talented. 🎂🍰🧁

[@vaniamiller8879]

I love this recipe so much! People who normally dislike buttercream actually liked this one. Thanks for not using shortening too like in other recipes I’ve found. You are so right about the heavy cream, this will be my go to from now on. Also, you’re a great instructor! Thanks!

[@griffincontracting]

So interesting that people that normally don't like buttercream actually like not-buttercream.

[@anitacervantes349]

Thank you very much for actually giving out the recipes (written down) it made it easier to follow along

[@emmaross3925]

I’m new to making homemade icing and yours was the simplest tutorial with different milk options. After watching several videos I thought I had to go to the store and buy whipping cream...which really wasn’t necessary. I used my hubby’s half and half cream and it turned out absolutely perfect 👌 😁

[@Ann.Na7]

Hi.. Can you pls share the recipe☺️ I‘m still looking for not so sweet buttercream.. Thanks in advance

[@princezzm92]

Omg I love this recipe!! This is my new GO TO😍. Thank you so much for sharing

[@mamadubwize]

I used your buttercream recipe for my sisters bday cake , n cupcakes. It was Delicious!!!! Thank you!!

[@pavlinavaileva2378]

Thank you Abby that was great teaching for buttercream frosting!

[@brendacorrie9332]

Abby, I have been looking for a really good butter cream recipe and I came across yours, so I have decided to give it a try thank so much for making it look so easy 😋

[@cookiecookie7126]

Thank you for Sharing with us the recipe, thank you for giving us the different size batches . This is a great help to me. Thank You again.👍

[@sylviedion1012]

Really good and easy to make! Love it! 👌

[@1QYITSTORM]

You are awesome you shared batch sizes, you don’t know how Much you helped me! 😊 thanks It’s Abby… happy new year

[@gingerwolff3427]

Love how you put together your video and the steps! Very helpful for beginners! I am an avid baker, yet I always look for new ways and recipes to hone my hobby into perfection lol! Thanks for being awesome and sharing the great knowledge! New to you, new subscriber! 🎉

[@1QYITSTORM]

Thank you soooo much for sharing!!!! I desperately needed this.

[@sophiab.7203]

This is amazing! It’s not INSANELY sweet like most buttercream recipes you’ll find, but its delicious and buttery and the right amount of sweetness. I made a gender reveal cake and the mom doesn’t NOT like super sugary things so the fact that she liked this icing made me so happy. Thanks for this recipe! I will definitely use it again and again!

[@its_abby_abigail]

I just saw this comment! I’m so glad you liked it :)

[@craigjacob3704]

That's really great because my wife doesn't like anything too sweet and I'm not supposed to have alot of sugar !!!

[@skamaly4770]

Does it set hard when kept in the fridge, like normal ABC?

[@valeriestudenroth3650]

@@its_abby_abigail dose this icing holds up with out refrigeration because of the cake setting out and soft ???

[@sugar62brooklyn]

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHAREING GREAT TIPS GREAT FROSTING ITS GONA BE MY ONLY ONE TO DO WHEN I BAKE FOR MY FAM AND FRIENDS GODBLESS YOU SO YUMMY FROM BROOKLYN NY XOXOXO

[@drawwithgopika8950]

Thank you so much for sharing this recipe with us it was very helped

[@elainematson889]

Great tutorial!

[@valevora1102]

I like how you give the recipe for different size batches and your commentary is great!! Sound like me when I dont know the names of things🤣😁

[@nazarenesupriya5655]

Appreciate for giving lot of tips.

[@cynthiaangel198]

Thank you so much 😊 it’s amazing

[@changeusername56]

thank you for sharing i cannot wait to try your buttercream it looks so light and fluffy and delicious. SUBSCRIBED

[@its_abby_abigail]

Thank you! I hope you like it :)

[@erikasalinas7212]

This tutorial is the best tutorial I have ever watched in my life. Thank you SO much.

[@kayeencarnacion9287]

I super agree. Thank you so much and Great job!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️❤️

[@its_abby_abigail]

You’re so welcome!

[@elizabethwilkes3647]

Can you let me know how much in grams please

[@cristy4810]

​@@its_abby_abigail the amount you did on the video was for the 8in and 6 in cake right? I wanted to make a 3 8in and stack 2 6in on top. Or how did you make yours?

[@juliedeguara784]

Thank you I have been looking for a sweeter icing

[@loriadams9041]

I'll be giving this one a try soon..nice!

[@its_abby_abigail]

Awesome! Hope you like it. I get lots of compliments on it :)

[@ma.victoriamaximo4518]

Thank you for sharing 🤗

[@sherylmorgan3678]

Great recipe and video. Enjoyed your tips and explanations. Am making a batch for an order if cupcakes going out this weekend. I'll let you know how it goes.

[@its_abby_abigail]

That’s great! I’d love to hear feedback once you try it out

[@pearlmiparanum2927]

thank you 😊 💓 frm: Philippines 🇵🇭 ❤

[@kimberlylopez1938]

OMG, I have seen a ton of videos and tried to make their buttercream recipes but yours is way better by far! The taste is delicious!! Do you have a recipe for chocolate buttercream?

[@judithcoppa8901]

BEST VIDEO EVER!!!

[@deeds7529]

you are God sent, i have been strugglingggg with buttercream. My nephew who hatess buttercream really enjoyed this. Thanks so much🙏

[@Kateseyes]

Great video. Thank you for sharing your recipe. Blessings to you… Do you have more videos on decorating?.

[@bendulahai2307]

Thank you very much

[@jansiddorn6394]

Thank you for sharing

[@itzsheena5941]

I wish I saw this before making the batch of buttercream that I made today. I dont like the fact that I was so sweet. Will be making cupcakes later this week so I will definitely try this recipe. Adding this video to my playlist and subscribing.

[@its_abby_abigail]

I hope this recipe helps! The combo of salt and heavy cream definitely reduces sweetness. I’m the same way, not a fan of the sweet stuff

[@marlenespaulding2054]

Thank you soooo much for the butter frosting recipe. I've been getting trouble with mines never getting that smoothness. Again thank you. Stay safe ..god blessings. 💝💝💝

[@its_abby_abigail]

I’m glad you liked it! :)

[@deborahlloyd5938]

Thank you 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@beizali]

Hi Abby! Thank you so much for the recipe. It’s delicious! Does the buttercream need to be refrigerated after piped into cupcakes?

[@frankakumaric6573]

Super,❤

[@tlynnpalma9183]

Thanks so much for sharing your recipe and really explaining the steps. Really enjoy your videos. Thank you for all you do! Beautiful cakes! Inspiring.

[@colleenherold751]

I so excited to try this bc! I'm a great baker loving all vanilla recipes. I've yet to find a true bc that isn't too sugary. I'll try it soon. PS: it's called a whisk attachment!

[@its_abby_abigail]

Haha thank you!! I hope you like it :). I get compliments on the frosting almost every time I make a cake! Enjoy

[@shaakiracassim5144]

Hi, thanks for your video, looks awesome, id like to know is it possible to add the cream into the powdered sugar, as i feel its kind of gritty n not totally smoothe, do u think itll help

[@Itskellyy1310]

How well does this recipe do in heat? Do sweat bubbles ever show up? Thanks 😀

[@SofiaLe_NZ]

I like your butter cream but i would like to know How many gram for 8 stict of butters? Also can i use salted butter? Thanks

[@vm.2592]

Abby, what temperature is the heavy cream, room temperature or from refrigerator? I definitely will try your recipe. Is this cream ok for cupcakes?

[@titasmom678]

I just found your channel and have been looking for this exact recipe! An American butter cream that isnt so sweet. Also, do you have a step on how to make a chocolate buttercream...can I just add melted chocolate towards the end of the process or mix cocoa powder in with the powdered sugar? Thanks!

[@peacefulasmr3036]

I will try your recipe because my frosting is always to runny. Thanks for your recipe

[@cupcakesanddessertsbakedby2450]

Is it stable buttercream good for stacking tier cakes? :)

[@cathyturpin6457]

Hi Abby. I loved your video. My husband doesn’t like sweet frosting so is this less sweet. And i usually ice /decorate a 3 6” cakes or 3 8” cakes. Would the standard batch be sufficient. And when can i add flavourings to frosting, and do you have any flavors that you could suggest

[@meshian05]

I was hoping you had a tutorial on Cream Cheese buttercream??

[@jackies.8732]

Thank you , what’s the consistency for frosting a cake ?

[@simplijuna5786]

Hi. Thak you for this recipe. Will this recipe stand in a hot climate place like mine? Thanks.

[@meshian05]

Great tutorial!! When doing a single batch recipe how many cupcakes can I frost and do I just use half of what you used here since you were doubling the recipe?

[@joycegallowayparker9652]

Since the basic recipe for American buttercream is 1 part butter (I prefer salted) and 2 parts powdered sugar, you can reduce the amounts of them for the amount of buttercream you want. Just be sure to also adjust the amount of vanilla (I prefer real vanilla instead of clear) and cream when adjusting the amount of butter and sugar.

[@karparadise]

Wow. You came through for me i needed this

[@its_abby_abigail]

Glad I could help!

[@abigailsalgado1200]

Is this stable for decoration? Or a tall smooth cake?

[@kiranjalees2911]

Amazing can you rite recipe in grams

[@hendhosny8891]

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[@deekshaverma2379]

Love❤️❤️ from India 🇮🇳

[@its_abby_abigail]

Thank you!

[@chrissydunn3811]

Should the butter still be cold but soft to the touch?

[@marthamorales6600]

Hi,Abby can I use room temperature butter?

[@tauntasmom]

I am just starting out with a home based bakery, I am having trouble using tips and getting my cupcakes to look professional, do you have any advice for me to get this down fast as possible?

[@jacquelineaguilar4785]

Hi, super late comment but I hope I get an answer! Is this buttercream good for fondant cakes?

[@khthlgke]

Hey dear..i love ur recipe it was just ausumn may i know how much sugar in grams u put in the recipe??TIA

[@lorrainelindley2131]

Amazing recipe but I'm in the uk so how many grams is a stick of butter please. 💖

[@criseldadeguia4199]

Can I use whole milk instead of heavy cream? Thanks.

[@sabiennejeanbaptiste3927]

How do you avoid the greasy texture in your buttercream? I’m a new baker and I just can’t seem to get that factor right it always taste way to buttery and looks that way as well.

[@lynetteneleta7895]

Is it necessary to microwave the butter? Should I just let it sit out from the fridge till it comes to room temperature?

[@venitarose8150]

How long does this frosting keep? Can I make it 5 days ahead of time?

[@kariga26]

Wooow ❤❤

[@passionparadise1596]

How do you store the leftover?

[@elizabethmwangi7761]

Great recipe..is it possible to share the recipe in grams.. I'll greatly appreciate it... regards Liz

[@louisaklimentos7583]

Can you use chef’s choice cultured butter ?

[@cindylewington4520]

I just made this and it tastes delicious 😋 Can I ice a cake a day or two in advance. And do I have to cover it. Thank you.

[@its_abby_abigail]

You can bake the cake layers well in advance and freeze them. What I do when I make the cake a few days before is I add my crumb coat, pop it in the fridge. Then wrap with a bunch of plastic wrap once the buttercream hardened. I’ve done this two days before. I usually decorate the day before delivery and then I just leave it in the fridge over the night until I meet the customer the next day.

[@cindylewington4520]

Thank you 😃

[@gabrielac1954]

Can be used for russian piping flowers? Thank you!

[@ty9687]

How do you add other flavors to the buttercream?

[@heidijmorgan6302]

Is there a recipe with amounts for a regular size batch of this icing

[@Maria-nf9un]

hi for 10 inch 3 layer cake which batch should I go with please.

[@cindylewington4520]

Do you ever use meringue powder in your butter cream.

[@Nicaraz]

Hellow dear can i use double cream because we dont have heavy cream here in my place?

[@maysaaob08]

I have everything acccept heavy whipping cream:( is there anything I can replace it with

[@deborahsummerford9499]

When you pipe this do the roses turn out good

[@daliaabbass2609]

I need your advice I made my own buttercream for a cake and I believe it cause my cake to be dry and Sugary im not sure what I did wrong can making buttercream wrong cause my cake to taste like that

[@sumi4663]

Have you used cream RT or cold?

[@Angie-iq1xq]

Hi, I just found this recipe. I have someone in the family who is allergic to eggs, and I make Swiss meringue BC. I'm in the UK, so do you have the recipe in Ounces or grams please? I don't understand sticks and cups. I would be very grateful for a conversion. Thank you so much.

[@alexandreampaya857]

can i use liquid food coloring to add color? it's hard to find gel food color here☹

[@lamirada90638]

I don't have any whipping cream is it absolutely necessary?

[@pedrorios4318]

Does it works for a Hot weather like 27.3 C or 81.14 F ?

[@Brandi_the_Baker]

Does the heavy cream help take the grainy tasting out of American buttercream? Every time I have had American buttercream it’s like you can feel the powdered sugar in your mouth.

[@its_abby_abigail]

Hi! Mine isn’t grainy and that could be why. I’m not entirely sure of the science behind it but I also believe that using slightly warm butter and room temp ingredients helps the sugar to dissolve

[@loveeara]

How long can this sit out with the milk in it? Should I refrigerate overnight.?

[@dapurmamazidna]

Perfect video..i like ot so much my friend

[@its_abby_abigail]

Thanks!

[@sexycrucian9737]

Won't the heavy cream start to curdle the longer it mixed? Whenever I add heavy cream to buttercream, that's what happens

[@sarahboyd9096]

Tried a buttercream icing where they added shortening to it but it made it hard to spread. Is this recipe easy to spread and would the medium batch fill and cover a 3 layer 8" round cake

[@craigjacob3704]

How much will a standard batch cover please? I'm making a basic 2 layers cake 8-9 inch rounds. Thank you. When I was a child I remember cakes with a pineapple mixed in the frosting between layers. Do I just portion some of the frosting aside and mix the crushed pineapple in it? Thanks again.

[@tlkmamaG]

Look up the recipe for mandarin orange cake. That frosting has pineapple in it😊

[@lesiamojica7675]

Hi what kind of liquid did you use please. Have a good day.

[@elizabethwilkes3647]

Can you freeze this butter cream

[@brendacorrie9332]

Abby how do I make this chocolate? thank you

[@prachirangwani3065]

Ma'am please tell me how much days we can store it. In fridge

[@debtink5756]

Does your frosting turn out gritty?