1/2 (1 stick of unsalted butter) softened to room temperature
1 cup of sifted powdered sugar
1/8 tsp of salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp heavy whipping cream
gel food coloring if desired.
sifter
measuring cups and spoons
stand mixer and paddle
container to store buttercream if not using right away

1/2 (1 stick of unsalted butter) softened to room temperature 1 cup of sifted powdered sugar 1/8 tsp of salt 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tbsp heavy whipping cream

Place butter on your counter top for 45 minutes to soften.
Once soft, beat together butter, and powder sugar until soft 1-2 minutes medium speed.
Scrape down the bowl. Add vanilla and cream beat for 2 minutes. Store in fridge for two days.