Raspberry Buttercream Frosting

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Delicate, fluffy, and bursting with bright berry flavor, this Raspberry Buttercream Frosting is the dreamy swirl your cakes and cupcakes have been craving. The vivid pink color, created entirely from fresh raspberries, makes any dessert pop with natural beauty—no food coloring required. It’s not just eye-catching; it delivers a burst of sweet-tart raspberry goodness in every creamy bite.

Perfect for piping onto chocolate cupcakes (just look at those rose-like swirls!), this frosting is light yet rich, balancing the sweetness of the buttercream with the natural tang of raspberries. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, bridal shower, or just need an upgrade to your favorite vanilla cake, this is the kind of frosting that turns dessert into a centerpiece.

Can I Use Fresh or Frozen Raspberries?

Yes, you can use either! Fresh raspberries give the most vibrant flavor and color, but frozen raspberries work just as beautifully—just make sure they’re thawed and strained of excess liquid before cooking them down. The key is reducing them into a thick, concentrated puree so the flavor shines through without watering down your buttercream.

Ingredients for the Raspberry Buttercream Frosting

• Raspberries: The soul of the frosting. Bursting with color and flavor, they’re cooked down into a puree that gives the buttercream its signature punch.
• Unsalted Butter: Room temperature butter creates that creamy, spreadable base. Unsalted is best for controlling sweetness.
• Powdered Sugar: Essential for structure and sweetness. It helps stiffen the butter for piping and smooths the final texture.
• Vanilla Extract: A touch of vanilla enhances the raspberry notes and rounds out the flavor.
• Salt: Just a pinch balances the sweetness and intensifies the berry goodness.

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How To Make the Raspberry Buttercream Frosting

Step 1: Make the Raspberry Puree

Add raspberries to a saucepan over medium heat. Stir and mash them gently as they begin to break down, simmering until juicy. Push the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, then return the liquid to the pan. Simmer until thickened and reduced to about 1/4 cup. Let it cool completely.

Step 2: Cream the Butter

Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the unsalted butter on medium speed for about 3-5 minutes until it’s fluffy, pale, and creamy.

Step 3: Add the Sugar

Gradually mix in powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides to ensure even mixing.

Step 4: Blend in the Raspberry Puree

Add the cooled raspberry reduction, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat the mixture again until it’s smooth, creamy, and beautifully pink. Adjust consistency with more sugar (for thickness) or a tiny splash of cream (for softness).

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Serving and Storing Raspberry Buttercream Frosting

Once whipped, this frosting is ready to spread or pipe onto your favorite desserts. It holds its shape beautifully on cupcakes, layer cakes, or sandwich cookies. To store, place it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Before reusing, let it come to room temperature and re-whip to revive the texture. You can also freeze it for up to 1 month.

What to Serve With Raspberry Buttercream Frosting?

Chocolate Cupcakes

The rich cocoa flavor and this berry-sweet frosting are a heavenly duo.

Lemon Cake

The tart lemon and raspberry combo tastes like summer on a plate.

Vanilla Bean Scones

Use it as a decadent topping instead of glaze—especially for brunch gatherings.

Raspberry Crescent Rolls

Pair with these rolls for double the berry bliss.

Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls

The extra fruity swirl pairs like a dream with the velvety cheesecake base.

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Want More Frosting and Dessert Ideas?

If you love this luscious Raspberry Buttercream Frosting, try out more sweet picks from Savor Queen:

• Strawberry Cream Cheese Crumble Cookies for a tangy-cheesecake crunch.
• Raspberry Crescent Rolls to keep the berry vibe going.
• Salted Caramel Cupcakes for a sweet-salty twist.
• Lemon Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Cups that melt in your mouth.
• Chocolate Cherry Cream Pie for rich, romantic flavor.

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