Raspberry Frosting

Let’s talk about a fresh, vibrant recipe that will take your cakes and cupcakes to the next level: Raspberry Frosting with fresh raspberries.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword Raspberry Frosting

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 188kcal

Author Dana DeVolk

Place butter in a large bowl, and using a hand mixer mix until smooth, 30 seconds.
1/2 cup salted butter
Add in the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until mixed in.
3 cups powdered sugar
Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and whip on medium speed until smooth, light and fluffy, 3 minutes. Use immediately.
1/2 cup fresh raspberries , 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Use Fresh Raspberries: For the best flavor, use fresh raspberries. If using frozen, ensure they are fully thawed and drained.
Adjust Sweetness: Taste the frosting as you go and adjust with a little bit of the powdered sugar to your preferred sweetness.
Chill the Frosting: If the frosting becomes too soft, chill it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before using.
Smooth Texture: If you prefer a smoother frosting, strain the raspberry seeds using a fine mesh strainer before adding them to the frosting.
Piping Tip: This frosting pipes beautifully, so feel free to get creative with your decorating.
Storage Tip: Always store leftover frosting in an airtight container to keep it fresh.