Description
Smooth and creamy cinnamon buttercream, perfectly spiced and ideal for frosting the outside of a layer cake with beautiful piping decorations. Yield: enough to frost the outside of a 3-layer cake (8–10 servings), including a smooth coat and simple piping decorations.
Ingredients
- 300 g unsalted butter, softened (1 ⅓ cups / 2 ½ sticks)
- 450 g powdered sugar, sifted (3 ¾ cups)
- 120 ml heavy cream (½ cup)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (to taste)
Instructions
- Place the softened unsalted butter in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or use a hand mixer).
- Beat on medium-high speed for 3–5 minutes, until the butter becomes very pale, creamy, and fluffy. This step is important for creating a smooth base.
- Sift the powdered sugar to remove any lumps. Add it in two or three batches, mixing on low speed after each addition to avoid a sugar cloud.
- Once incorporated, increase to medium speed and beat until the buttercream looks smooth and thick.
- Add the ground cinnamon vanilla extract and heavy, then mix again the texture is light, creamy, and easy to spread.
- For the smoothest result, switch back to the paddle attachment (or use a spatula) and gently mix the buttercream for 1–2 minutes. This helps push out any trapped air and makes the frosting silky, perfect for covering a layer cake or piping neat decorations.
Notes
Storage – Keep the cinnamon buttercream in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
Tips:
- Softened butter – always start with butter at room temperature for a smooth texture.
- Sifted sugar – sift the powdered sugar to avoid lumps in your frosting.
- Cream it well – beat the butter long enough so it turns pale and fluffy before adding the sugar.
- Right temperature – the buttercream should be around 23°C (73°F) for spreading on a layer cake or piping with a bag.
- Adjust texture – add more cream if too stiff, or extra sugar if too soft.
- Use a scale – cup measurements are only approximate; for the best results, always weigh your ingredients in grams with a kitchen scale.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: frosting, buttercream
- Cuisine: American