Pink Buttercream

This pretty dude was resting on my desk when I got to work this morning. Nothing says "Valentine's Day" like a hot pink doughnut! If I'd had the foresight I might have picked up a dozen myself & iced them with a bit, or a lot, of buttercream.

Pink Buttercream, ices one cake or a dozen cookies, cupcake or doughnuts

adapted from Savory Sweet Life

1 c. (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature

3 c. confectioners sugar, sifted

4 tbsp. milk

1/2 tsp. salt

1 tbsp. vanilla extract

8-12 drops pink food coloring

Cream the butter on medium speed in a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment for 2 minutes. Change the speed to low & add the confectioners sugar 1 cup at a time until fully incorporated. Increase the speed back to medium & add the vanilla & salt. If the icing is to runny add a bit more confectioners sugar. If it is too thick, add a bit more milk. Add the food coloring a few drops at a time until desired "pinkness" is reached & mix with a spatula. Grab your nearest baked good (think cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts) & ice away!