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strawberry buttercream frosting on a vanilla cake slice

Strawberry Buttercream with Fresh or Freeze Dried Strawberries

Mimi Council
Try this strawberry buttercream with fresh or freeze dried strawberries making it quick and easy to make naturally pink strawberry buttercream, no matter what you have on hand!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Makes 12 servings
Calories 282 kcal

Equipment

  • Digital Food Scale
  • Stand Mixer
  • Spatula

Ingredients
 
 

Fresh Strawberry Buttercream

  • 226 grams salted butter (softened)
  • 850 grams powdered sugar (sifted)
  • ½ cup chopped strawberries (heaping)

StrawberrY Buttercream with Strawberry Powder

  • 226 grams salted butter (softened)
  • 454 grams powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1 tablespoon freeze dried strawberry powder
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons water

Instructions
 

Fresh Strawberry Buttercream

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the butter, powdered sugar, and chopped strawberries.
  • Mix on low until combined, then speed the mixer up to high and whip for 2 to 3 minutes or until it's light and fluffy and the strawberries have broken into tiny pieces. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl part way through mixing to ensure everything is mixed well and uniform.
  • It’s ready to use in recipes!

Strawberry Buttercream with Freeze Dried Strawberries

  • If using freeze dried strawberries, you'll need to food processor them until you have a fine powder. If using the powder, then no need!
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the butter, powdered sugar, and strawberry powder.
  • Mix on low until combined and then speed mixer up to high and mix for 2 to 3 minutes or until light and fluffy. Add in water or milk as needed to achieve the desired consistency. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl party way through mixing to ensure even mixing.
  • It’s ready to use in recipes!

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Notes

Vegan — Easily make either option vegan by using your favorite vegan butter, I recommend Miyoko's for a good consistency and flavor.
Tips for Strawberry Buttercream with Fresh Strawberries
  • Be sure to chop the strawberries into small pieces so they mix in easier.
  • If the frosting is not thick enough, you can add more powdered sugar until it’s the consistency you like. Start with 28 grams and go from there.
  • Make sure to store fresh strawberry buttercream or anything made with it in the fridge.
  • I love using Fresh Strawberry Buttercream for single layer cakes where you just top it with frosting for a more rustic look.
 
Tips for Strawberry Buttercream with Freeze Dried Strawberries
  • You can buy organic freeze dried strawberry powder or you can even food processor freeze dried strawberries to create your own strawberry powder, either will work! But, it's ideal to have a powder so you have a smooth texture.
  • If frosting is stiff you can add a little liquid, that can be water, milk, or heavy whipping cream. Start with 1 tablespoon of liquid and go from there.
  • If you want a more intense strawberry flavor or a darker pink color, just add more strawberry powder. You may need to add more liquid as well to get the right consistency.
  • This frosting doesn’t have to be stored in the fridge because it’s made with freeze dried strawberry powder.
  • This strawberry frosting recipe is the one I recommended for layer cakes or cupcakes for a smooth frosting that can easily be used with decorating tips.
High Altitude — Follow the recipe as noted.

Nutrition

Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 0.2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 122mgPotassium: 5mgSugar: 37gVitamin A: 471IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.03mg
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