YIELD: 3 CUPS

Coconut Buttercream Frosting

There’s nothing better than this recipe for homemade
Coconut Buttercream Frosting. It’s a made from scratch,
simple recipe that is perfect slathered on cakes, cupcakes,
or right from the spoon.

PREP TIME TOTAL TIME

15 minutes 15 minutes

Ingredients
1 ½ cups (339 g) unsalted butter, softened
5 cups (600 g) confectioners’ sugar, sifted
⅛ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons canned unsweetened coconut milk, or coconut cream SEE NOTE 1

Instructions
1. Using a handheld mixer or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter
on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes.
2. Add 2 cups of confectioner's sugar, beat on medium-low speed until most of the sugar is
moistened. Gradually add in the remaining sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after
each addition. Stop to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
3. And the salt and the coconut milk, one tablespoon at a time, beating on medium speed
until fully incorporated. You may need more or less of the coconut milk depending on
how strong you'd like the flavor.
4. Turn the speed up to medium-high and beat until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides
of the bowl as needed.

Notes
1. You can use coconut cream with this recipe also. I've tested it and it yields so much
more coconut flavor. You may need less coconut cream so be sure to add just one
tablespoon at a time until the frosting reaches the desired taste and texture.
2. Soften the butter by allowing it to sit at room temperature for 1-2 hours prior to making
the frosting. DO NOT soften the butter by heating it in the microwave!!
 3. It is important to shake the can of coconut milk/cream vigorously before opening it. The
fats and liquids separate in the can after sitting. You want a combination of both for the
frosting, so mix it very well.
4. If the coconut flavor isn't as strong as you'd like, try adding ½ to 1 teaspoon coconut
extract.
5. You can also add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for more flavor.

Make ahead tip

1. Frosting will keep for up to 4 days stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Let
stand at room temperature to soften before use.
2. Or it can be frozen for up to 3 months. When ready to use, place in the refrigerator
overnight to thaw. Let stand at room temperature to soften before use.

Nutrition Information: YIELD: 24 SERVING SIZE: 1

Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 20 TOTAL FAT: 2g SATURATED FAT: 1g

CHOLESTEROL: 2mg SODIUM: 17mg CARBOHYDRATES: 1g SUGAR: 1g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Since different brands of ingredients
have different nutritional information, the values shown are just an estimate.

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© Jen Sobjack
CUISINE: American / CATEGORY: Frostings
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