Welcome back to my series “Back To Baking Basics”, where I teach you the fundamental of baking that no one ever explains to you so that you can be more confident in the kitchen. Whether you are a baby beginner baker or a seasoned life long pro, I am sure there is something I can help teach you. . Ep. 8: Types Of Buttercream . American Buttercream - Also known as ABC, it is the most common buttercream used in the United States. It is made using unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. It has a sweet, creamy texture that makes it dense and firm to pipe. vs Russian Buttercream - Also known as condensed milk buttercream. It is made using unsalted butter, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract and salt. It has a light, sweet, creamy texture that makes it airy and easy to pipe. vs Swiss Meringue Buttercream - It is made using egg whites, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. It has a very light, sweet, smooth, creamy texture that makes it super airy and very easy to pipe. . The differences between American Buttercream, Russian Buttercream, and Swiss Meringue Buttercream are the process to make each and the baker’s preference when it comes to taste. . serecreate bakingbasics buttercream bakinghacks