Description
Looking for a stunning, flavorful frosting that’s as pretty as it is delicious? This Raspberry Buttercream Frosting is the perfect topping for your cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. With its natural pink hue, sweet-tart berry flavor, and silky-smooth texture, it’s ideal for special occasions or just to elevate your everyday desserts. Great for easy dessert ideas, birthday treats, and quick baking projects, this easy recipe comes together in under 20 minutes. Whether you’re into quick breakfasts, healthy snacks, or sweet food ideas, this frosting is a must-have in your collection of baking basics.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups raspberries (fresh or frozen)
3 1/2 to 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Place raspberries in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir and mash until the berries break down and release juices. Cook until slightly thickened.
2. Strain the purée through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let it cool completely.
3. Beat the butter in a large mixing bowl with a hand or stand mixer for 2–3 minutes until pale and creamy.
4. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well between each addition.
5. Pour in the cooled raspberry purée gradually, mixing on medium speed. Adjust the amount based on desired flavor and color.
6. Mix in vanilla extract, lemon juice (if using), and salt. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
7. Adjust consistency by adding more sugar if it’s too soft, or a teaspoon of milk/cream if it’s too thick.
Notes
Make sure the raspberry purée is completely cool before adding to the butter to avoid curdling.
Use a fine mesh sieve to remove all seeds for the smoothest texture.
You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months—just rewhip after thawing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 batch
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg