Fruity Pebbles Cereal Frosting (Printable view)
Colorful, crunchy frosting with Fruity Pebbles cereal for topping cupcakes and cakes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Frosting Base
01 - 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
02 - 2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar, sifted
03 - 2 tbsp (30 ml) whole milk
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Cereal Mix
05 - 1 cup (30 g) Fruity Pebbles cereal, divided (3/4 cup for folding in, 1/4 cup for garnish)
# Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until creamy and pale in color, approximately 2 minutes.
02 - Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until fully incorporated and no dry pockets remain.
03 - Pour in the whole milk and vanilla extract. Increase the mixer speed to medium-high and beat until the frosting is smooth, light, and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Using a spatula, gently fold 3/4 cup of Fruity Pebbles cereal into the frosting until the pieces are evenly distributed throughout.
05 - Spread or pipe the frosting onto completely cooled cupcakes, cakes, or cookies as desired.
06 - Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of Fruity Pebbles cereal over the frosted treats just before serving to preserve maximum crunch and vibrant color.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It takes exactly ten minutes from cabinet to cupcake, which is faster than deciding what to watch on Netflix.
- The cereal stays surprisingly crunchy if you time it right, giving every bite a satisfying snap that regular frosting never has.
02 -
- Wait to add the garnish cereal until the absolute last moment, because Fruity Pebbles soften within minutes once they touch moisture.
- Vegan butter swaps in easily for a dairy free version, and the texture holds up just as well.
03 -
- Chill your mixing bowl for ten minutes before whipping the butter to help the frosting hold its shape, especially on warm days.
- Crush a small handful of the garnish cereal into tiny shards and mix those with the whole pieces for texture variety that surprises people on every bite.