How to Make Sarah's Italian Meringue Buttercream - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sarah's Italian Meringue Buttercream is a luscious and silky frosting that is perfect for any special occasion cake or cupcakes. It has a smooth and creamy texture that is light and not overly sweet, making it a crowd-pleaser for all ages. This recipe is sure to elevate any dessert to the next level with its rich and decadent flavor.

Italian Meringue Buttercream is made with cooked sugar syrup and whipped egg whites, which gives it a stable and fluffy consistency. This frosting is ideal f...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup pasteurized liquid egg whites (such as Crystal Farms® All Whites®)
  • 1 ¼ cups white sugar, divided
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 2 cups unsalted butter, cut into 1-tablespoon chunks
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 mins
  • Total Time: 37 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 4 cups

  • Pour egg whites into the clean bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment; beat at medium speed until frothy. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
  • Combine remaining 1 cup sugar and water in a small saucepan. Attach a candy thermometer to the saucepan and place over low heat. Cook until syrup reaches 244 degrees F (117 degrees C) or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a firm but pliable ball.
  • Increase mixer speed to high and pour syrup in a slow and steady stream down the side of the bowl, beating until combined, 1 to 2 minutes. Reduce speed to medium-high and continue beating until meringue is stiff and the sides of the bowl feel barely warm, 3 to 4 minutes more.
  • Beat in butter 1 tablespoon at a time until smooth. Switch to the paddle attachment, add vanilla extract, and beat on high until buttercream is light and fluffy, 4 to 7 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    366 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 38mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Potassium: 11mg