Swiss Meringue Buttercream Frosting

taylormac posted this Drink 10 months ago.

Before you begin

Prep time: 30 mins +/-
Cook time: n/a
Yields: 6 c frosting

Additional information:
I found this recipe while searching for the perfect frosting for my brother-in-law's wedding cake. It's very adaptable and goes well with lots of flavors.

Medium

Ingredients

  • 5 large egg whites (room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 c sugar
  • 1 lb. (4 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into small pieces
  • Food coloring (optional)

Directions

  1. Whisk egg whites and sugar in large metal mixing bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Whisk until sugar dissolves and mixture is warm.

  2. Mix with mixer on high speed until thick and cooled, about 10 minutes.

  3. Reduce speed to medium-low. Add butter, a few pieces at a time, beating well after each addition. (You'll feel the frosting thicken as you add the last stick of butter.)

  4. Beat in food coloring a drop at a time. Reduce speed on mixer to low and beat until smooth.

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