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Easy Blue Raspberry Frosting for Cakes
Dolce Flav
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Category
Oil Soluble Blue Raspberry Flavoring
Author:
Dolce Flav
Servings
12
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
0 minutes
This Easy Blue Raspberry Frosting is sweet, creamy, and bursting with bright blue raspberry flavor thanks to blue raspberry extract. The frosting is smooth, fluffy, and easy to spread or pipe, making it perfect for birthday cakes, cupcakes, or themed desserts. A vibrant blue color enhances the visual appeal, while the tart-sweet flavor adds a fun, fruity twist. Quick to prepare with simple ingredients, this frosting brings a professional bakery look and taste to your homemade creations.
Ingredients
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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3–4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
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2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
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1–2 teaspoons blue raspberry flavoring/extract
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: blue gel food coloring for vibrant color
Directions
Beat the Butter: In a large bowl, beat softened butter for 2–3 minutes until creamy and pale.
Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing on low at first, then medium speed until smooth and fluffy.
Mix in Flavoring: Add blue raspberry extract and vanilla extract if using. Mix until evenly combined.
Adjust Consistency: Add heavy cream or milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a spreadable, pipeable consistency.
Add Color (Optional): Mix in blue gel food coloring to achieve desired vibrancy.
Add Salt: Include a pinch of salt to balance sweetness.
Frost Your Cake: Use immediately to frost cakes, cupcakes, or cookies. Chill for 10 minutes for firmer piping.
Recipe Note
10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Can I make this frosting ahead of time?
Yes — store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Re-whip before using.
2. Can I freeze this frosting?
Yes — freeze up to 2 months. Thaw and re-whip before frosting.
3. Can I adjust sweetness?
Yes — reduce powdered sugar slightly or add more cream for a milder sweetness.
4. Can I use salted butter?
Yes — skip the added pinch of salt if using salted butter.
5. Can I make it vegan?
Use plant-based butter and non-dairy milk or cream; texture may be slightly softer.
6. Can I pipe this frosting?
Yes — holds shape well for swirls, rosettes, and borders.
7. Can I make it tart-sweeter?
Yes — add a tiny bit of citric acid or lemon juice to enhance tartness if desired.
8. How do I make it brighter blue?
Use gel food coloring rather than liquid for a more vibrant frosting.
9. Can I fold in sprinkles?
Yes — fold gently after mixing for a fun, candy-like effect.
10. Can this frosting be used as a filling?
Yes — it’s stable enough for layered cakes or sandwich cookies.