Cranberry Buttercream Frosting

Cranberry Buttercream Frosting

Cranberry Buttercream is a basic buttercream frosting that's easy to make and holiday-ready for all your baked goodies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter softened at room temperature
• 3 cups powdered or confectioners sugar
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp homemade cranberry syrup

Instructions

Mix the softened butter in a stand mixer or with a hand mixer for 1 minute or until it's smooth.
Gently mix in the cranberry syrup.
Add the powdered sugar 1/4 cup at a time until fully mixed.
Continue mixing for 4-5 minutes until it's light a fluffy.

Notes

Krazy Kitchen Mom Tips
I find that the quickest way to soften butter for baking is to cut the stick of butter into small slices or pieces and let it sit, at room temperature, for 20 minutes.
Don't be afraid to beat/mix the buttercream for the full 4-5 minutes. It helps to thoroughly mix the ingredients and give it a fluffy texture.
If your buttercream is too stiff, add more liquid a teaspoon at a time. In this case, add more cranberry syrup.
If your buttercream is too soft or too loose, add more powdered sugar a tablespoon at a time.
To freeze this frosting, wrap in plastic wrap, put it in a zip-top bag, and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw for 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Decorate cupcakes and cakes with Sugar Cranberries for a very festive look.