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Perfect Strawberry Buttercream Frosting Recipe (Easy Guide)

Learn to make perfect strawberry buttercream frosting using freeze-dried strawberries for natural pink color, amazing flavor, and smooth texture. No artificial ingredients needed!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert, Frosting
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries about 25g
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 3½ cups confectioners' sugar 420g, sifted
  • ¼ cup heavy cream room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla preferred
  • 1 pinch salt to balance sweetness

Equipment

  • 1 Food processor or high-speed blender
  • 1 Electric mixer stand or handheld
  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 Fine mesh sieve optional, for ultra-smooth texture
  • 1 Measuring cups
  • 1 Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Place freeze-dried strawberries in food processor and process until you have a fine powder, about 1-2 minutes. You should get approximately ½ cup of strawberry powder. For ultra-smooth texture, sift through fine mesh sieve.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter with electric mixer for 2 minutes until creamy. Butter should be room temperature but not melted.
  3. Add confectioners' sugar, strawberry powder, heavy cream, and vanilla extract to the butter. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds to prevent sugar clouds.
  4. Increase to high speed and beat for 2 full minutes until smooth and fluffy.
  5. Taste and adjust consistency. Add 1-2 tablespoons more cream if too thick, or a pinch of salt if too sweet. Beat for another 30 seconds until perfectly smooth.

Notes

Additional Nutrition Facts:
  • Total Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Sugar: 34g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Sodium: 15mg

Recipe Notes

Storage Instructions:
  • Room temperature: 2 hours
  • Refrigerator: 1 week (re-whip before using)
  • Freezer: 3 months (thaw overnight and re-whip)
Pro Tips:
  • Room temperature ingredients are essential for proper texture
  • Don't overbeat as it can make frosting too soft
  • Can use up to ¾ cup strawberry powder for more intense flavor
  • Perfect for vanilla, chocolate, or lemon cupcakes
Where to find freeze-dried strawberries: Available at most grocery stores, Trader Joe's, Target, Amazon, and Whole Foods. Don't confuse with regular dried strawberries.