Description
This delicate and fragrant Lavender Buttercream recipe offers a smooth, creamy frosting infused with the subtle floral notes of dried culinary lavender. Perfect for decorating cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts, it balances sweetness with the unique aroma of lavender for an elegant touch.
Ingredients
Lavender Sugar
- 1 to 1 1/2 tsp dried culinary lavender buds
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Buttercream
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 to 3 tbsp milk or cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Grind Lavender: Grind the lavender buds with 1 cup of powdered sugar in a mini food processor until well combined. Sift the mixture through a mesh sieve to remove any large pieces of lavender, ensuring a smooth texture.
- Mix Butter: Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or a hand mixer, beat the softened butter until it becomes soft and creamy, creating the perfect base for the buttercream.
- Add Lavender Sugar and Ingredients: Add the lavender-infused sugar along with the remaining powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla extract to the butter. Mix on low speed until the ingredients are just combined.
- Beat Until Fluffy: Once the sugar is incorporated and won't scatter, increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat for about 3 minutes until the buttercream is light and fluffy. Add additional milk as needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Optional Coloring: If desired, incorporate small amounts of gel food coloring to achieve a lavender hue, mixing thoroughly until the color is evenly distributed.
Notes
- Use dried culinary lavender buds specifically for cooking to avoid bitterness and ensure safety.
- Sifting the lavender-infused sugar helps maintain a smooth frosting free of coarse bits.
- Adjust milk quantity to achieve desired buttercream consistency for spreading or piping.
- Gel food coloring is preferred to avoid thinning the buttercream consistency.
- This buttercream pairs beautifully with vanilla, lemon, or almond-flavored cakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
