Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Vegan Lavender Buttercream, a uniquely creamy frosting that transforms any dessert into an elegant masterpiece. This plant-based buttercream combines the floral essence of culinary lavender with the smoothness of dairy-free butter, creating a rich and luxurious topping perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or even cookies. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply want to elevate your everyday treats, this frosting is sure to impress with its subtle yet captivating flavor and stunning appearance. Enjoy the versatility of this vegan delight as it pairs beautifully with various desserts, making every bite a sweet celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
- 2 tablespoons dairy-free milk
- 125 grams dairy-free butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3-4 cups icing sugar
- Pinch salt (to taste)
- Gel food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Infuse the lavender by mixing dried culinary lavender with dairy-free milk and refrigerating for at least 2 hours or overnight. Strain and discard lavender.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together dairy-free butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add in 2 cups of icing sugar on medium speed until combined. Continue adding icing sugar until achieving desired thickness.
- Slowly incorporate the infused milk until reaching a creamy consistency. Adjust with more icing sugar if too thin, or add dairy-free milk if too thick.
- Add a pinch of salt to taste and mix well before using.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Not applicable
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg