Dairy-Free Icing That Tastes Like Real Buttercream
A smooth, creamy dairy-free frosting that’s perfect for spreading or piping. This easy recipe delivers real buttercream flavor without any milk or dairy products.
Ingredients
Frosting Base
- 1 cup vegetable shortening or vegan butter preferably sticks like Earth Balance or Country Crock
- 4.5 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract use pure vanilla
- 3 tablespoons non-dairy milk oat or coconut milk recommended
- 0.25 teaspoon coarse salt
Optional Add-Ins
- 3.5 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles optional for funfetti version
Instructions
- Step 1: Place the vegan butter or shortening in a mixing bowl. Beat on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until smooth and fluffy.
- Step 2: Add vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of non-dairy milk. Beat again for 1 minute until combined.
- Step 3: Add sifted powdered sugar one cup at a time. Mix on low to incorporate, then increase speed. Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Step 4: Adjust the consistency: Add more sugar if too thin, or more milk if too thick, a teaspoon at a time.
- Step 5: Add salt and beat on high speed for 2–3 minutes until fluffy and smooth.
- Optional: Fold in rainbow sprinkles with a spatula if making funfetti frosting.
Notes
Always sift powdered sugar for best texture. Use vegan butter sticks over tubs for better structure. Chill frosting if it separates, and re-whip before using. Store in fridge up to 1 week or freeze up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 192 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Protein: 0.01 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Sodium: 32 mg
- Fiber: 0.004 g