Name: Simple Vegan Frosting
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2 cups
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 heaping cup powdered sugar; 1 stick unsalted vegan butter; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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Simple Vegan Frosting

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Ingredients

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Simple Vegan Frosting

1 heaping cup powdered sugar

1 stick unsalted vegan butterSOFTENED (if you can't find the vegan sticks of butter, you can use 1/2 cup of butter from a tub just the same but get unsalted!)

2 teaspoons vanilla extractcould also use almond or peppermint extract!!

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Instructions

Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and using a hand mixer or a stand mixer, whisk until fluffy and creamy. About 2-3 minutes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Room Temperature Vegan Butter is Essential 🧈
Always soften your vegan butter to room temperature before beating—this ensures a light, fluffy texture that won't result in a dense, greasy frosting.
Sift Your Powdered Sugar First 🎯
Sift the powdered sugar before adding it to eliminate lumps, which guarantees a smooth, lump-free frosting with the perfect creamy consistency.
Add Vanilla Gradually for Maximum Flavor 💧
Start with half the vanilla extract, taste, then add more incrementally to avoid overpowering the frosting while achieving your ideal flavor intensity.
Beat Until Peaks Form for Airiness ⬆️
Continue beating the butter and sugar mixture for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy peaks form—this incorporates air for a cloud-like texture that spreads beautifully.
Adjust Consistency with Non-Dairy Milk 🥛
If your frosting is too thick, add unsweetened non-dairy milk one teaspoon at a time until you reach the perfect piping or spreading consistency for your needs.