Coffee Frosting
This coffee frosting is a dreamy, velvety delight that elevates any dessert with its rich, aromatic flavor. In just 5 minutes, you can whip up a batch that’s smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced—ideal for cakes, cupcakes, or even spooning straight from the bowl.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons instant coffee
- 2 Tablespoons very hot water
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon table salt
Instructions
- Place instant coffee in a measuring cup and pour hot or steaming water overtop. Whisk until smooth. Allow to cool completely before proceeding (may pop it in the fridge to speed up the process).
- Place butter in a large mixing bowl and use an electric mixer to beat until smooth and creamy.
- With mixer on low-speed, gradually add powdered sugar and stir until completely combined. Stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Gradually drizzle in cooled coffee mixture, while stirring. Stir until completely combined. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to ensure ingredients are well incorporated.
- Spread or pipe as desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 276kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 0.3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 27mgPotassium: 35mgSugar: 34gVitamin A: 473IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 0.1mg
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