Description
Luxuriously smooth white chocolate frosting made with melted white chocolate, butter, and cream. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or any dessert needing a sweet, velvety finish.
Ingredients
1 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons heavy cream (more as needed)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy.
- Add melted white chocolate to the butter and mix until combined.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat on medium-high speed for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Adjust the consistency with additional cream if needed.
- Use immediately or store for later use.
Notes
Makes enough to frost 12 cupcakes or a single-layer cake.
For a stiffer frosting, add extra powdered sugar.
Variations include adding zest, almond extract, or gel food coloring for customization.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Frosting
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Frosts 12 cupcakes or 1 single-layer cake
- Calories: 140 kcal
