Easy Buttercream Frosting Recipe – Smooth, Creamy, and Perfect Every Time

This lightened-up Buttercream Frosting delivers all the classic sweetness and creamy texture you love—without the heaviness of traditional recipes. Smooth, fluffy, and perfectly spreadable, it’s ideal for topping cupcakes, cakes, cookies, or even fresh fruit. Thanks to a few smart ingredient swaps, you can enjoy a luscious frosting that feels indulgent, yet fits into a more balanced approach to baking.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Light and Creamy – Whipped to perfection for a texture that’s airy yet rich.
Lower in Sugar – Made with a sugar substitute for sweetness without the overload.
Versatile – Perfect for piping, spreading, or swirling onto your favorite baked goods.
Quick to Make – Comes together in just minutes with no cooking required.

Ingredients

• ½ cup light butter, softened
• 1½ cups powdered erythritol (or your preferred powdered sweetener)
• 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
• 1½ tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

Beat the Butter
In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

Add Sweetener and Flavor
Gradually add powdered erythritol, mixing on low speed to incorporate. Add the vanilla extract and salt.

Adjust Texture
Slowly drizzle in the almond milk, one tablespoon at a time, beating until the frosting is smooth and spreadable. Add more milk for a softer consistency or more sweetener for a firmer texture.

Frost and Enjoy
Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. If not using right away, store in the fridge and re-whip before using.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving – enough for 1 cupcake)

Calories: 70
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Sugar: 0g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g

Tips for Success

• Room Temperature Butter – Make sure your butter is fully softened for the creamiest result.
• Whip It Good – Don’t skimp on beating time—extra whipping makes it ultra-fluffy.
• Customize It – Add cocoa powder for chocolate frosting, a drop of food coloring for fun, or citrus zest for a tangy twist.
• Storage Tip – Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Bring to room temp and beat again before using.

Why This Recipe Works

By using light butter and a zero-calorie powdered sweetener, this recipe retains the creamy texture and sweet flavor of classic buttercream while cutting back on unnecessary sugar and fat. It’s a smart solution for decorating and indulging without overdoing it.

This Buttercream Frosting offers the perfect finishing touch for your baked treats—fluffy, sweet, and satisfying, yet made with lighter ingredients. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just whipping up a sweet moment at home, this frosting proves that you can enjoy the best of both worlds: flavor and balance.