This amazing Birthday Cake Icing Recipe is easy to make and delicious! My favorite go-to vanilla buttercream that pairs perfectly with cakes and cupcakes.
Using a mixer on medium to high speed, cream the butter until soft and airy, About 2-3 minutes
Run the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula to ensure that all the butter is mixed
Reduce the mixer to low, and slowly add the powdered sugar in batches
Run the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula to ensure that all the butter is mixed
Pour in the vanilla, milk and sour cream
Mix until combined
Enjoy!
This icing can be frozen for up to 3 months or placed in the fridge when not in use
Recipe Notes
This recipe makes enough for a 2-3 and 4 story 9-inch cake and about 48 cupcakes. If you're doing a smaller cake or less cupcakes, reduce the recipe in half.
Nutrition Facts
Birthday Cake Icing Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 2mg0%
Potassium 3mg0%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Sugar 17g19%
Vitamin A 240IU5%
Calcium 4mg0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.