If you’re looking for a delicious, whipped custard buttercream, this one is truly something special. Just look at those beautiful vanilla specks—this buttercream is packed with tons of real vanilla flavor and has the most incredible texture.
It’s very rich, made with lots of egg yolks, heavy cream, real vanilla bean, and salted butter, which takes it to the next level taste-wise.
But despite its richness, it’s not heavy—it doesn’t have an excessive amount of butter, and it’s not overloaded with sugar. It has just the right balance—sweet, but not overly sweet—allowing the vanilla flavor to really shine.
This buttercream is a typical Norwegian buttercream, made with a crème anglaise-style base—the same technique used in classic French-style vanilla ice cream. There’s no cornstarch, just pure richness from the yolks and cream, giving it a luxurious, airy texture that melts in your mouth.
If you follow the instructions correctly, you’ll end up with the most amazing, smooth, and flavorful vanilla custard buttercream—rich but light, stable yet silky, and perfectly balanced in sweetness.
If you love vanilla, this is the ultimate buttercream for you!
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