Vanilla Buttercream
6 servings
15 minutes
Vanilla cream is a refined dessert ingredient from French cuisine. Its delicate texture and rich butter flavor with subtle vanilla notes create a perfect balance of sweetness and aroma. This cream melts easily in the mouth, leaving a pleasant aftertaste and a feeling of lightness. In classic French pastry tradition, it is used to decorate cakes, pastries, éclairs, and other desserts. Its preparation requires attention to detail: careful whipping of the butter, gradual addition of powdered sugar, and a subtle hint of vanilla extract. Due to its versatility, vanilla cream can be used as a standalone dessert or paired with various baked goods. It adds elegance and sophistication to sweet treats, making them truly unforgettable.
1
In a bowl, beat the softened butter with a mixer until it turns into a white cream for about 2 minutes.
- Butter: 340 g
2
Reduce the speed and gradually add sugar, whipping for another 5 minutes (whip on high speed for the last minute).
- Powdered sugar: 450 g
3
Add vanilla and whip again.
- Vanilla extract: 0.5 teaspoon