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Creamy Sugar Cookie Frosting with Almond Extract Three Ways

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A creamy, velvety frosting with a subtle almond extract twist, perfect for elevating sugar cookies. This recipe offers three variations: classic buttercream, cream cheese, and whipped versions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 to 4 cups (360-480g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 to 1.5 teaspoons pure almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons (30-45ml) heavy cream or whole milk
  • 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, softened (optional for cream cheese variation)
  • Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting or adjusting sweetness if needed)

Instructions

  1. Soften the butter by letting 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter sit at room temperature until soft but not melting, about 30 minutes.
  2. Using a mixer on medium speed, beat the butter for 2 to 3 minutes until creamy and pale.
  3. Gradually add 3 cups (360g) of sifted powdered sugar, about 1/2 cup at a time, mixing on low speed to avoid sugar clouds. Once all added, increase speed to medium and beat for another 2 minutes.
  4. Mix in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 to 1.5 teaspoons almond extract, starting with less and adjusting to taste.
  5. Add 2 tablespoons (30ml) heavy cream or milk to loosen the frosting. Add an extra tablespoon if needed.
  6. For the cream cheese variation, beat in 4 ounces (113g) softened cream cheese until smooth.
  7. Beat on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until the frosting is fluffy and spreadable, holding soft peaks and feeling silky.
  8. If frosting feels grainy, add a splash more cream and beat longer. If too thin, sprinkle in a little more powdered sugar slowly.

Notes

Keep butter at room temperature (soft but not melting) for best whipping results. Sift powdered sugar to avoid clumps. Add almond extract gradually and taste to avoid overpowering. For dairy-free version, use dairy-free butter and coconut cream. Frosting can be made ahead and stored in fridge up to one week or frozen up to 3 months. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before use.

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