Strawberry Frosting with Jam
Strawberry frosting with jam—creamy, flavorful, and made with real strawberry preserves.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 198kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 cup seedless strawberry preserves
- 2-3 tablespoons whole milk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened with an electric hand mixer at medium speed until smooth.
- Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted, and continue mixing at medium speed. Add 1 cup seedless strawberry preserves, and beat until well mixed.
- If the buttercream is too thick and stiff, add the milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until smoother.
- Spoon the buttercream into a piping bag with a large star tip. Pipe the buttercream onto the cooled cupcakes, and top with halved strawberries.
- Serve at room temperature or chilled.
