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Strawberry Buttercream

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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups unsalted butter room temperature
  • 6 cups powdered sugar measured and then sifted
  • 1/2 cup strawberry preserves optional
  • 1 teaspoon strawberry emulsion
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Instructions
 

  • In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter on medium speed (about one minute).
  • With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the powdered sugar. Stop to scrape the bowl as needed.
  • Add the strawberry preserves and strawberry emulsion and mix until combined.
  • With the mixer still on medium speed, add the whipping cream, then increase the speed to high and whip for about 3 to 5 minutes, until light and fluffy.

Notes

To create the buttercream ruffle design you will need to double the recipe.