Coconut Buttercream Frosting
A creamy and fluffy coconut buttercream frosting that elevates any dessert with a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Frosts about 24 cupcakes or one 9-inch cake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Cream the butter in a large mixing bowl until creamy and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar gradually, mixing until well combined.
- Incorporate the coconut milk and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Fold in the shredded coconut if using for added texture.
- Frost your cakes or cupcakes immediately and store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Re-whip before use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg