Crème Fraîche Buttercream

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Makes about 9 cups

Ingredients

2 cups (454 grams) unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons (5 grams) lemon zest
1⅓ cups (308 grams) crème fraîche, softened
2 teaspoons (8 grams) vanilla extract
1¼ teaspoons (3.75 grams) kosher salt
8 cups (960 grams) confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat butter and lemon zest at medium speed until soft. Add crème fraîche and vanilla, and beat until well combined. With mixer on low speed, add confectioner’s sugar, 1 cup (120 grams) at a time, beating until well combined after each addition. Increase mixer speed to high, and beat until fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Use immediately.

Notes

*Pro Tip

If Crème Fraîche Buttercream appears to have a grainy consistency or looks as if it’s separating during mixing, cover with plastic wrap, and let stand at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes. Continue whipping until the mixture is smooth and comes together.

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