Description
This rich and flavorful Blackberry Frosting combines fresh blackberry puree with smooth butter and powdered sugar to create a creamy, naturally tinted frosting perfect for cupcakes, cakes, and other desserts. The blackberry puree adds a burst of fruity freshness and a beautiful lavender hue, balanced by the brightness of lemon juice and a hint of vanilla.
Ingredients
Scale
Blackberry Puree
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Frosting
- 1 cup butter (2 sticks), room temperature
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream (plus more if needed)
Instructions
- Prepare Blackberry Puree: Place the blackberries and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a simmer while stirring often. Cook for about 20 minutes, allowing the berries to soften and mash down to create approximately 1/3 cup of thick blackberry puree.
- Strain Puree (Optional): For a smooth frosting without seeds or skin, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve or process it in a food processor to achieve a smooth texture. Let the puree cool completely to room temperature before using.
- Combine Butter and Puree: In a large mixing bowl, add the softened butter and cooled blackberry puree. Using an electric mixer, beat them together until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the mixture while beating on medium-high speed. Continue until the frosting is smooth, creamy, and well combined.
- Incorporate Milk and Vanilla: Add the milk or cream and vanilla extract to the frosting. Beat again to fully incorporate. If the frosting is too thick, add additional milk or cream one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Frost Your Dessert: Once your cupcakes or cake are completely cooled, spread or pipe the blackberry frosting as desired.
Notes
- Straining the blackberry puree is optional but helps avoid seeds and gives a smoother frosting texture.
- Adjust the amount of milk or cream depending on how thick or spreadable you want the frosting.
- This frosting pairs wonderfully with vanilla, lemon, or chocolate cakes.
- Store leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature and re-whip before using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert Frosting
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: blackberry frosting, buttercream frosting, fruit frosting, berry frosting, homemade frosting, frosting with fresh fruit
