German Buttercream (Whipped Vanilla Custard Frosting) Recipe
Category
Puddings and Custards
Cusine
American
What do you need?
How to make?
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 large egg yolks, at room temperature
1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
Directions
In a 3-quart stainless steel saucier, combine the milk and split vanilla bean over medium heat. When the milk is steaming hot, remove from heat, cover, and steep at least one hour. Proceed as directed below, or refrigerate up to 24 hours to extract a deeper flavor before proceeding.
