3 Ingredient Vegan Coffee Buttercream Frosting
Silky, smooth, and packed with bold espresso flavour, this vegan coffee buttercream frosting is ready in just 5 minutes! Dairy-free, allergy-friendly, and made with only 3 ingredients, it’s perfect for cakes, cupcakes, brownies, and piping decorations.
Equipment
Angela's Top Tip
Weigh your dry ingredients in grams with a scale for best results!
Ingredients
- 350 grams Icing Sugar (3 US Cups - divided)
- 150 grams Plant Based Butter (unsalted) (1 & 1/3 sticks)
- 1 tbsp Espresso Coffee (15ml)
Instructions
- Beat 150 grams Plant Based Butter (unsalted) in a stand mixer for 30 seconds until creamy and slightly lighter in colour.150 grams Plant Based Butter (unsalted), 350 grams Icing Sugar
- Divide 350 grams Icing Sugar in half. Add the first half to the butter, pulse a few times, then whip for 30 seconds.
- Add the remaining icing sugar and 1 tbsp Espresso Coffee, pulse a few times, then whip for 30 seconds until the buttercream is light, airy and fluffy.1 tbsp Espresso Coffee
- Check the consistency - it should be smooth and ready to eat or pipe. Add a little more icing sugar if too soft.
Notes
- Yield: this recipe makes 3 US cups of buttercream - enough to fill and frost the top of a 9-inch round layer cake or approx 12 cupcakes.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 14 days. Bring back to room temperature and stir before using.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Defrost overnight in the fridge, then re-whip before using.
- Coffee Options: Use espresso for a robust flavour. Instant coffee or coffee emulsion also work well (same quantity).
- How to use: I love this coffee buttercream on my coffee layer cake, a traditional British afternoon tea dessert. Also pairs well with vanilla cake, cupcakes,
- sugar cookies, and even brownies. This is such a versatile recipe!
- Decorating Tips: Medium-consistency buttercream is great for piping. Use a 1M tip for swirls or borders. If too soft, add a small amount of icing sugar to thicken.
- Final Note: Enjoy this buttery, espresso-flavoured frosting! If you love it, please leave a 5-star rating and a comment - I love hearing from you.
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