Serves 1
Directions
- 1Add sugar and water to a saucepan.
- 2Boil until it reaches 240F, using a candy thermometer.
- 3Whip egg whites to soft peaks.
- 4Cut butter into pieces.
- 5Slowly add sugar syrup to egg whites while whipping to avoid scrambling.
- 6Whip until the bowl cools down.
- 7Add powdered sugar and vanilla.
- 8Add butter one piece at a time.
- 9Mix until light and silky.
- 10Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator.
- 11When ready to use, whip buttercream until silky smooth again.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups egg whites
- 1 lb 8oz white sugar
- 1.5 cups water
- 1 lb 8oz powdered sugar
- 3 lbs 12oz unsalted butter
- 1 oz vanilla
Equipment
stand mixersaucepancandy thermometerbowlplastic wrap
Tips
- Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
- Pour sugar syrup slowly into egg whites to avoid curdling.
- Cut butter into pieces for easier mixing.
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