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Pink Cupcake Frosting with Natural Food Coloring
Dolce Flav
12
10 minutes
5 minutes
Natural Pink Food Color - Water Soluble
This delicious pink cupcake frosting comes together quickly with simple ingredients like butter, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and Natural Pink Food Color – Water Soluble Extract. The natural extract not only gives your frosting a stunning pink hue but also adds a subtle sweetness without artificial dyes. In just about 15 minutes, you’ll have a fluffy, smooth, and spreadable frosting that pairs beautifully with vanilla, strawberry, or chocolate cupcakes. Perfect for piping or spreading, this natural frosting ensures your desserts look and taste bakery-fresh.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 3 ½ cups (420g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 2–3 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional for flavor depth)
- ½–1 teaspoon Natural Pink Food Color – Water Soluble Extract (adjust for desired color intensity)
- Pinch of salt (to balance sweetness)
Directions
Cream the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
Add Sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed until incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Add Milk and Vanilla: Pour in milk (start with 2 tablespoons) and vanilla extract, then mix on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
Tint with Natural Pink Food Color: Slowly add the Natural Pink Food Color – Water Soluble Extract, a few drops at a time, until your desired shade is reached. Mix well to evenly distribute the color.
Adjust Consistency: If the frosting is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk at a time. If too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar.
Frost the Cupcakes: Spread or pipe the frosting onto cooled cupcakes using a spatula or piping bag.