# Swiss Meringue Buttercream

This recipe makes a silky smooth and delicious Swiss meringue buttercream.

- Servings: 1 servings
- Total time: 12 min
- Category: Dessert
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 12 egg white
- 600 g sugar
- 750 g butter

## Instructions

1. Separate egg whites from egg yolks.  Use only the egg whites.
2. Add egg whites and sugar to a large bowl and whisk together.
3. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water, ensuring the water doesn't touch the bowl. Whisk constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
4. Whisk the warm mixture with a stand mixer on medium speed until stiff, glossy peaks form.
5. Slowly incorporate room temperature butter into the meringue, mixing until smooth. If it looks like cottage cheese, keep mixing until smooth.

## Equipment

- large bowl
- whisk
- stand mixer
- pan
- candy thermometer (optional)

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBUNiZSs4Fc/?igsh=MWlrbml0M3V5NGczMA==
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/48d07e24-62e1-40fc-afa5-ed0b46689fa9
- Extracted: 2025-03-25

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