Get ready to meet your new favorite topping! This Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting is a game-changer for cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It whips up into the most gloriously light, fluffy, and cloud-like texture you can imagine, all while packing an intensely sweet and fruity strawberry flavor. Forget artificial-tasting frostings; we use a secret ingredient to get that authentic berry taste. This recipe is incredibly simple, quick, and guaranteed to be a hit.
Ready to frost! This frosting spreads like a dream.
Why This is the Best Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting
This isn’t just another frosting recipe; it’s a testament to how a few quality ingredients can create something truly special. It stands out from the crowd for three key reasons.
Unbelievably Fluffy Texture
The combination of butter and marshmallow fluff creates a structure that’s unbelievably light and airy. Unlike heavy, dense buttercreams, this frosting is smooth, easy to spread, and holds its shape beautifully without being weighed down by excessive sugar.
Intense, Real Strawberry Flavor
Our secret weapon is freeze-dried strawberries. They provide a powerful punch of concentrated strawberry flavor without adding any extra liquid, which can cause traditional frostings to separate or become runny. The result is a vibrant, authentic taste that fresh or frozen berries just can’t match.
Incredibly Easy to Make
With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can whip up this amazing Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting in under 15 minutes. It’s a straightforward recipe perfect for bakers of all skill levels.
Key Ingredients You’ll Need
Simplicity is at the heart of this recipe. Here’s what you’ll need to create this fluffy pink delight:
Unsalted Butter: Make sure it’s softened to room temperature to ensure it whips up light and smooth.
Marshmallow Fluff (or Crème): This is the key to the frosting’s signature light, airy, and marshmallowy texture.
Powdered Sugar: Sift it beforehand to prevent any lumps and guarantee a silky-smooth consistency.
Freeze-Dried Strawberries: The star of the show! Crushed into a fine powder, they provide all the flavor without the moisture.
Vanilla Extract: Enhances the other flavors and adds a touch of warmth.
A Pinch of Salt: Balances the sweetness and makes the strawberry flavor pop.
Look at that perfectly light and fluffy texture!
How to Make Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting Step-by-Step
Follow these simple steps, and you’ll have perfect frosting in no time. It’s a quick process that delivers impressive results.
Prepare the Strawberries: Place the freeze-dried strawberries into a food processor or a clean coffee grinder. Pulse until they form a fine, consistent powder.
Cream the Butter: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until it’s light, pale, and fluffy.
Add the Fluff and Flavor: Add the marshmallow fluff, vanilla extract, and salt to the whipped butter. Beat on medium speed until everything is well combined and smooth.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Turn the mixer to low and gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and the strawberry powder. Mix until just combined.
Whip to Perfection: Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and whip for another 3-4 minutes. The frosting will become incredibly light, airy, and vibrant pink. Do not overmix.
Use Immediately: Your Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting is now ready to be spread on your favorite cakes and cupcakes.
Pro Tips for Frosting Perfection
A few expert tips can help you get the absolute best results every single time.
Use Room Temperature Butter: Cold butter won’t whip properly and can result in a lumpy frosting. Softened butter is key to that light, creamy base.
Sift Your Dry Ingredients: Always sift your powdered sugar and strawberry powder. This is the best way to prevent lumps and ensure the smoothest possible texture.
Don’t Skimp on Whipping: Whipping the butter initially and the final frosting at the end is crucial for incorporating air, which creates that signature fluffy texture.
Pairing and Serving Suggestions
This Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting is incredibly versatile. It’s the perfect finishing touch for a classic vanilla or white cake, and it pairs beautifully with rich chocolate cupcakes. You can also use it to fill macarons or as a topping for a decadent Valentine's Skillet Cookie. For a truly delightful combination, try it on our Strawberry Custard Cake Recipe.
Storing Your Homemade Frosting
You can store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. When you’re ready to use it, let it sit at room temperature for about 30-45 minutes to soften. You may need to re-whip it with your mixer for a minute or two to bring back its original fluffy texture.
We strongly recommend using freeze-dried strawberries. Fresh strawberries contain a lot of water, which can make the frosting runny and cause it to separate. Freeze-dried berries provide intense, concentrated flavor without the extra moisture.
The combination of creaming the butter until it’s light and airy, and then whipping in the marshmallow fluff is the secret. This process incorporates a significant amount of air, resulting in a super light and fluffy texture that’s different from traditional buttercream.
You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Let it come to room temperature for about 30-45 minutes and re-whip with a mixer for a minute to restore its fluffy texture before using.
This frosting is incredibly versatile! It’s perfect for vanilla or chocolate cupcakes, white or yellow cakes, sugar cookies, and even as a filling for macarons or whoopie pies.
If your frosting is too thin, it’s likely that your butter was too soft or your kitchen is very warm. You can try chilling the frosting in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes and then re-whipping it. If it’s still too thin, you can add a little more sifted powdered sugar, a quarter cup at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
More Delicious Dessert Recipes to Try
If you loved this frosting, you’re sure to enjoy some of our other sweet creations. Give our elegant Lemon Custard Cake a try, or explore the rich flavors in our unique Pistachio Tiramisu Recipe.
Share Your Creations!
We absolutely love seeing how you use our recipes! If you make this Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting, please leave a comment below and let us know what you paired it with. Don’t forget to share a photo on Pinterest and tag us!
Whipping up this light and airy strawberry marshmallow frosting is quick, easy, and so satisfying!
Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting Recipe
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Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting (The Easiest, Fluffiest Recipe)
Whip up the most gloriously light and fluffy Strawberry Marshmallow Frosting! Made with real freeze-dried strawberries for intense flavor, this easy recipe is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and more. Ready in under 15 minutes!
Place the freeze-dried strawberries into a food processor or a clean coffee grinder. Pulse until they form a fine powder.
In a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer, beat the softened butter on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until light, pale, and fluffy.
Add the marshmallow fluff, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on medium speed until well combined and smooth.
Turn the mixer to low and gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and the strawberry powder. Mix until just combined.
Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and whip for another 3-4 minutes until the frosting is incredibly light, airy, and vibrant pink.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalProtein: 1gFat: 12gFiber: 1g
Notes
Ensure your butter is properly softened to room temperature for the best results. Sifting the powdered sugar is crucial for a lump-free, smooth frosting. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
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