How To Make Swiss Buttercream (TheVegetarianBaker)

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and provides a different flavor.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories, while brown sugar adds a richer flavor.

Whisk egg whites and sugar in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until sugar dissolves and mixture is warm to the touch, about 3-5 minutes.

Remove from heat and beat with a mixer until stiff peaks form and the bowl is cool, about 10 minutes.

Gradually add softened butter, mixing until smooth and creamy, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate vanilla extract, mixing until evenly combined.

If the mixture looks curdled, continue mixing until it becomes smooth again.

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