Everyone loves cupcakes! But admit it we all have struggled to make the perfect frosting for our little treats, isn't it? Today on the food lab I have perfect and quick recipes for Vanilla & chocolate frosting. Hope you enjoy the recipe!

Quick & Easy Vanilla Frosting for cupcakes

Ingredients:

1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

4-5 cups (480-600g) confectioners' sugar

1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream*

2 teaspoons vanilla essence

salt, to taste

*I used amul cream

Make the frosting: With a handheld mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy. It took me about 2 minutes to make the butter creamy. To this add confectioner's sugar, cream and vanilla essence running on low. beat for another three minutes in high speed. Add a pinch of salt if frosting seems to sweet. You can alter consistency of frosting by adding more powdered sugar. Decorate cupcake once they are cool with the frosting. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired. 

Quick & Easy Chocolate Frosting For Cupcakes

1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

4-5 cups (480-600g) confectioners' sugar

1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream*

2 teaspoons vanilla essence

1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder

3 tablespoons cold milk

salt, to taste

*I used amul cream

Make the frosting: With a handheld mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy. It took me about 2 minutes to make the butter creamy. To this add confectioner's sugar, cream, cocoa powder and vanilla essence running on low. Beat for another three minutes in high speed and add cold milk. Add a pinch of salt if frosting seems to sweet. You can alter consistency of frosting by adding more powdered sugar. Decorate cupcake once they are cool with the frosting. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired. 

Do try this recipe and tell me how did it turn out for you. For more recipes stay tuned to our blog.