Ingredients

• 0.5 cups unsalted butter , at room temperature
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar , sifted
• 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 3 dropss food coloring , Optional

Instructions

1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
2. 2 Cream butter in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until smooth and fluffy.
3. 3 Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until fully incorporated.
4. 4 Beat in vanilla extract.
5. 5 Add milk and beat for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
6. 6 Add food coloring, if using, and beat for thirty seconds until smooth or until desired color is reached.
7. 7 Use immediately or store buttercream in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

Nutrition per serving