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Swiss Meringue Buttercream

Bree Hester
4.55 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 28 (7 cups)
Calories 204 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 egg whites
  • 2 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/4 cups unsalted butter room temperature, cut into small pieces

Instructions
 

  • Add egg whites and sugar to a bowl.
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  • Place the bowl over a pot of gently simmering water. Whisk the egg whites and sugar constantly until the sugar dissolves, about 5 to 10 minutes. Alternatively, you could use a candy thermometer and the mixture will be done when it reaches 160°F
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  • Transfer the egg white mixture to the bowl of a stand mixer with a whisk attachment. Whisk on high speed for 10 minutes, or until the bowl of the mixer is no longer warm to the touch.
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  • Once cooled, and while whisking, add the vanilla, almond extract, and salt.
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  • Add the butter while whisking, one piece at a time, until all of the butter is incorporated.
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  • Whisk on high for an additional 5 or so minutes until the buttercream is glossy and smooth.
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Nutrition

Calories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 54mg
Keyword Buttercream
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