Coffee Frosting

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tablespoons instant coffee ((7 grams; I used Folgers classic roast))
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream ((45 ml))
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened (2 sticks; 230 grams))
• 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar ((420 grams))
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Add the instant coffee and heavy cream to a small mixing bowl and stir for about 10 seconds or until well combined. Set aside.

2. 2

   In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or in a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until smooth.

3. 3

   Add 1 cup (120 grams) of powdered sugar at a time, mixing in each addition on low speed until well combined. Then, mix in the last ½ cup (60 grams) of powdered sugar until fully combined.

4. 4

   Stir the coffee mixture one more time to make sure all of the instant coffee is fully dissolved. Add the coffee mixture, vanilla, and salt and mix on low-medium speed until fully combined, making sure to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

5. 5

   Use to frost cupcakes, cakes, etc.