Cream Butter and Sugar
The ultimate base for your baking creations! Learn how to cream butter and sugar to achieve a light, fluffy texture perfect for cookies, cakes, and more. This essential skill will elevate your baking game—try it tonight!
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Add softened butter and sugar to a large mixing bowl.
Using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the butter and sugar together on medium speed until well incorporated, about 2 minutes. Use a rubber spatula to scrape the sugar mixture off the sides of the mixing bowl a couple of times during the mixing time.
The mixture will become a pale yellow, light, fluffy, and still have a bit of a grainy texture.
Recipe tip: Be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl a couple of times during the creaming process. This will ensure all of the sugar is evenly distributed.
Notes
- Storage: Store any leftover mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: You can freeze the creamed mixture for baking later; just thaw and mix again when ready to use.
- Pairing: This mixture pairs well with chocolate chips or nuts to create delicious cookies.
- Variations: Experiment with flavored sugars or add zest for a unique twist.