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Dessert Butter Board

Life is short, eat Dessert Butter Boards first. This board is a new idea for the latest Tik-Tok viral sensation, butter boards, and is made with buttercream frosting! Serve with a variety of dippers for a fun dessert spread at your next party!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert, Dip
Cuisine: American
Keyword: butter board, buttercream frosting, dessert butter board
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Ashley Leonard

Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick, softened
  • pinch of salt
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp. heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • mini chocolate chips for topping
  • sprinkles for topping

Dipper Ideas

  • animal crackers
  • vanilla wafers
  • graham crackers

Instructions

  • Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat softened butter on high speed for 2 minutes until pale and fluffy. Add salt. 
  • Add powdered sugar half a cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add heavy cream one tablespoon at a time. You will need anywhere between 1 and 2 tablespoons for a nice spreadable consistency. 
  • Using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon, spread the frosting across the board or platter.
  • Sprinkle the top with mini chocolate chips and sprinkles.
  • Serve with dippers.

Notes

  • Customize your frosting by using different flavors or food coloring to create a different color.
  • Other topping ideas include white or butterscotch chips, mini chocolate candies, crushed cookie crumbs and any kind of sprinkle you desire.
  • Other dipper ideas include pound cake bites, pretzels sticks or fresh fruit.