Ingredients
Method
Raspberry Sauce
- In a small saucepan, combine the thawed raspberries, 75 g sugar, and 1 tbsp water over medium heat.
- Stir gently as the berries soften and release juice, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add 1 tsp lemon juice, simmer for another 2 minutes to brighten the flavor.
- Remove from heat and press the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding seeds. Let cool completely.
- Measure out ½ cup of the strained raspberry sauce for the buttercream. Reserve any extra for drizzling or a more intense flavor.
Raspberry Buttercream
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or using a hand mixer), beat 500 g softened unsalted butter on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
- With the mixer on low, slowly pour in the 395 g sweetened condensed milk in a steady stream, then increase speed to medium-high and beat until fully incorporated and glossy, 2–3 minutes.
- Add the ½ cup cooled raspberry sauce and beat on medium until the color and flavor are even, about 1–2 minutes.
- If desired, add a drop or two of pink or red food color until you reach your preferred shade; mix briefly to combine.
- Taste and adjust: if you want a stronger raspberry note, fold in a tablespoon more of the reserved sauce (but be careful — too much liquid can soften the buttercream).
- Use immediately to frost, or chill slightly to firm before piping.
Notes
Store in an airtight container: at room temperature for up to 24 hours, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Re-whip before using.
