Buttercream

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3Egg yolks
2tablespoonsSugar
½cupWhipping cream
½cupMilk
1teaspoonVanilla extract
1cupUnsalted butter at room temperature
¼cupConfectioners' sugar

Directions

WHISK YOLKS AND SUGAR TOGETHER in a mixing bowl until smooth. Combine cream, milk and vanilla in a pot, place over high heat. As soon as mixture boils, remove from heat and slowly pour over the yolks, stirring. Replace mixture in a pot, place over low heat and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. When the mixture has a consistency that coats the spoon, remove from the heat and pour into a bowl. Continue to stir as the mixture cools. Be very careful not to overcook or the yolks will curdle. Cool to room temperature. Place the butter and confectioners' sugar in a mixer and cream together.

Slowly add the cooled cream mixture until you have achieved a light, creamy frosting consistency.

Makes 2 Cups

MICHAEL ROBERTS - PRODIGY GUEST CHEFS COOKBOOK