Quick and easy Biscoff frosting recipe, homemade with simple ingredients. Super smooth and creamy. This buttercream icing is full of cookie butter spread and stable enough for cake decorating and piping swirls on cupcakes.
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I don't know who's genius idea it was to make cookies into a spreadable butter, but I will be forever grateful. I may or may not eat it by the spoonfuls when no one is looking. Of course, I also do that with Chocolate Ganache (2 Ingredients), too. Don't tell. I absolutely love Biscoff in every form. In fact, a local sweetshop makes Biscoff ice cream and I have to say it is to die for. If you enjoy that cookie butter flavor as much as I do, you won't want to miss this recipe for Easy Biscoff Cupcakes (With Cake Mix). And don't forget to add this new frosting recipe to your repertoire of Frostings and Fillings.
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Key ingredients for cookie butter buttercream icing
- Butter- Be sure it is unsalted.
- Biscoff spread- Delectable cookies in spreadable form.
- Powdered sugar- The soft and fluffy kind, different from table sugar.
- Milk- The higher the fat content, the creamier the texture.
- Vanilla extract- Adds a nice warm flavor.
Variations
- Turn it into a filling- For cakes and cupcakes. In fact, you can get great tips here on How to Make Filled Cupcakes (Stuffed Cupcakes).
- Use heavy cream or half and half- In place of milk to make it creamier. Start with 3 tablespoon and only add more if your icing is too thick.
- Try some add-ins- Such as mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, crushed Biscoff cookies, chopped up candy bars, sprinkles, or chopped nuts.
- Vegan version- Use coconut cream or cashew cream in place of milk to meet your needs. This will change the overall flavor, however.
- Use it on cookies- Like these Soft and Chewy Sugar Cookies or these Chocolate Chunk Cookies. You can even make cookie sandwiches with Chocolate Whoopie Pies.
- Try on cakes- Like this Chocolate Cake, my Best Vanilla Cake or this Chocolate Brownie Cake. It is also a great choice for birthday cakes.
- Top your favorite cupcakes- Try it with my Best Chocolate Cupcakes, Best Vanilla Cupcakes, or Brownie Cupcakes.
- Think out of the box- By spreading it with brownies and bars, such as Fudgy Oreo Brownies, Cake Mix Brownies, or Cake Mix Cookie Bars.
- Try a different extract- Such as maple or almond extract. Just know that this will change the overall flavor.
- Make a Biscoff drizzle- By thinning with milk cream until you have a thick syrup-like consistency.
How to make easy Biscoff frosting recipe from scratch?
1. Add butter and Biscoff- In a large bowl. Make sure they are both at room temperature.
2. Cream mixture- Until smooth.
3. Add in- Vanilla extract and powdered sugar.
4. Mix together- Then add in the milk.
5. Continue mixing- Until thickened.
6. Use a spatula- To smooth it out.
Tips and techniques
- Use unsalted butter- So that your desserts aren't overly salty.
- Make sure ingredients are at room temperature- Especially the Biscoff and butter, because this will aid in mixing a smoother frosting.
- Use smooth cookie butter- I've noticed there are some options to buy cookie butter with small chunks of cookie in it. If you are going to pipe this frosting, it should be smooth.
- Sift the powdered sugar- To help get out any unwanted lumps.
- Double recipe- To make a bigger batch for icing more cupcakes.
- Thin it out- If it is too thick for your liking, simply add some milk or cream a little at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Thicken it- By adding in more powdered sugar a little at a time until you are happy with the results.
Recipe FAQs
Yes. You can definitely use an off-brand. I just like the quality and flavor of the Lotus brand Biscoff cookie butter.
Yes. You can pipe this on cakes and cupcakes easily. Check out my tutorial on How to Pipe Cake Borders for some fresh ideas.
It starts out a light brown color, so there isn't a lot you can do to change it unless you go darker like navy blue or dark brown. I suggest using gel food coloring so it doesn't thin out the frosting consistency.
Storage
- Make ahead- This is an easy frosting to prepare earlier in the week. Just place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. You can also freeze it for up to 1 month.
- Room temperature- I don't recommend leaving out for more than a few hours, because of the dairy ingredients used.
- Refrigerate- Place in a sealed container for up to 1 week.
- Freeze- Place in a sealed container for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge and re-mix before using.
More homemade frosting and fillings
- German Chocolate Cake Frosting (Coconut Pecan Frosting)
- Homemade Whipped Cream (Stabilized)
- Raspberry Pie Filling
- Best Cream Cheese Frosting (Stable)
- Chocolate Ganache Frosting (2 Ingredients)
Recipe
Easy Biscoff Frosting (Cookie Butter Buttercream)
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter Unsalted, Room temperature
- 1 cup Biscoff spread Or any brand of cookie butter
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 3-5 tablespoon Milk Can also use heavy cream or half and half. Start with 3 tablespoon and only add more if your icing is too thick
- 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add butter and Biscoff spread and mix until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract and mix.
- Mix in more milk if the icing is too thick.
- Continue mixing until icing is thickened to your desired consistency.
- Smooth it out with a spatula.
- Frost your cakes, cupcakes or other desserts and enjoy.
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Notes
- If icing is too thick, mix in more milk.
- If icing is too thin, mix in more powdered sugar.
- Try other flavors of extracts to change up the flavor profile.
- Mix in some mini chocolate chips or crushed Oreos but note that because of the "chunky" factor, you will only be able to spread it with a spatula instead of piping it on desserts.
- To add more stability to this icing, use a combination of half butter and half shortening.
- Read additional tips and variations above.
- Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
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