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Pudding Buttercream Frosting

Delicious Pudding Buttercream Frosting for Any Cake Delight

Pudding Buttercream Frosting is a creamy and customizable alternative to traditional buttercream, perfect for cakes and cupcakes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Frosting
  • 3.4 oz Instant Pudding Mix small box
  • ½ cup Cold Milk adjust based on desired consistency
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter room temperature
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract can experiment with other extracts
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adds sweetness and stability

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • pastry bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together instant pudding mix and cold milk until thickened.
  2. Beat room temperature unsalted butter in a large mixing bowl until creamy and smooth.
  3. Add the thickened pudding and vanilla extract to the butter, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low until incorporated, then increase speed for another minute.
  5. Adjust the consistency by adding more cold milk if frosting is too thick.
  6. Transfer frosting to a pastry bag or spread on cakes immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature butter and serve frosting immediately after preparation.

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