Banana Buttercream Frosting with Fresh Bananas (Edit recipe)

Light and airy Banana Buttercream Frosting is made with only 5 ingredients in less than 10 minutes. For a delicious, fresh flavor, this simple frosting uses basic ingredients, including mashed ripe bananas. You’ll want to top your favorite cookies, cupcakes, cakes, and brownies with this homemade frosting (especially your best-loved chocolate desserts!).

8 minutes

Difficulty:

Easy

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	149
Fat:	10 g
Carbohydrates:	14 g
Protein:	4 g
Cholesterol:	25 g
Sodium:	1 mg
Fiber:	0 g
Sugars:	13 g
Calculated for total recipe.

by The Sweet Occasion

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Serves: 18-24

Ingredients

220 grams Unsalted Butter, (1 cup) at room temperature
125 grams Banana, (1/2 cup) mashed
1 tsp Lemon Juice
450 grams Powdered Sugar, (1 pound)
1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract

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Process

Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

In a large bowl, using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment beat the butter until smooth and creamy, 2-3 minutes.
Add the banana and lemon juice and continue mixing for 1 minute, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Mix until mostly incorporated (it's ok if the mixture has some small chunks of bananas).
Add the powdered sugar and mix on low speed until completely incorporated. Add the vanilla and increase to medium speed and beat for 4-5 minutes until light and fluffy.

Notes

Storage: Store the buttercream in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Re-mix with the paddle attachment before using. Freeze: Store in a resealable freezer-safe bag in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.

Yield: This buttercream covers 18-24 cupcakes, a 9x13-inch cake, or a two-layer 8-inch or 9-inch cake.