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Dairy free frosting recipe piped onto vanilla cupcake

The Best Dairy Free Frosting Recipe for Every Sweet Tooth


  • Author: Carmen Velasco
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Frosts 12 cupcakes or one 2-layer 8-inch cake
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This rich and fluffy dairy free frosting recipe is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more. Made with simple plant-based ingredients, it whips up in minutes and delivers bakery-quality results without a trace of dairy.


Ingredients

  • Beat butter until fluffy (2–3 min).
  • Add powdered sugar gradually.
  • Mix in oat milk and vanilla.
  • Whip until light and airy.

Instructions

  • Cream the vegan butter using a hand or stand mixer for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  • Add powdered sugar gradually, about ½ cup at a time, beating well between each addition.
  • Mix in oat milk and vanilla extract, starting with 2 tablespoons of milk. Add more if needed to reach desired consistency.
  • Whip until light and airy, about 2–3 more minutes on medium-high speed.
  • Use immediately to frost cooled baked goods, or store in the fridge and re-whip before use.

Notes

This frosting pipes beautifully when slightly chilled. For chocolate or citrus variations, add ½ cup cocoa powder or 1 tbsp lemon juice + zest during mixing.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Frosting
  • Method: Whipped
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tbsp
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: dairy free frosting, vegan frosting, oat milk frosting, buttercream, non-dairy dessert, plant-based frosting