Double Shot Latte Buttercream

Southern Living Recipe. Makes 3 cups.



1/2 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 Tbsp instant espresso
1 (3 oz) package cream cheese, softened
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 (16 oz) package powdered sugar
3/4 Tbsp milk

Beat butter with instant espresso.

Beat with cream cheese and vanilla extract at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy.

Gradually add powdered sugar alternately with 3 Tbsp milk, beating at low speed until blended and smooth after each addition.

If desired, beat in remaining 1 Tbsp milk, 1 tsp at a time, until desired consistency.