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Cookie Dough Buttercream Frosting Recipe

Cookie Dough Buttercream Frosting Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Frosts about 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of Cookie Dough Buttercream Frosting – a luscious, creamy frosting with the sweet essence of cookie dough. Perfect for frosting cakes, cupcakes, or cookies!


Ingredients

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For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heat-treated all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Add salt, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
  3. Incorporate Flour and Chips: Stir in heat-treated flour until fully mixed. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
  4. Use or Store: Use immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container.

Notes

  • To make flour safe to eat, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes before use.
  • For extra flavor, try using mini chocolate chunks instead of chips.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (for heat-treating flour)
  • Category: Frosting
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg