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Buttercream Recipe. The Real Food Academy Miami

Name: Buttercream
Prep time: PT-29807401.533333M
Cook time: PT-29807401.533333M
Yield: Makes 1 ½ Cups
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: ½ cup cold butter (kerrygold salted butter recommended); ½ cup and 2 tablespoons raw honey; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; ¼ cup arrowroot powder (optional); ⅛ teaspoon salt (optional)

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Buttercream

By Chef Maria Cummins

Course

dessert

Cuisine

international

Servings

Makes 1 ½ Cups

Ingredients

½ cup cold butter (kerrygold salted butter recommended)
½ cup and 2 tablespoons raw honey
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ cup arrowroot powder (optional)
⅛ teaspoon salt (optional)

Instructions

If using a standing mixer, fit the standing mixer with the flat beater and mixing bowl.
Add the butter, honey, vanilla and arrowroot powder and salt to the mixing bowl and mix on low speed until the butter starts to soften. Gradually increase the speed and whip on high until creamed and it begins to have a lighter white color, about 1-2 minutes. Keep mixing for another 2-3 minutes.
Refrigerate after use.

Chef Maria Cummins

Born in Venezuela, Maria Cummins discovered her deep-rooted passion for food from an early age. Her culinary journey led her to Lima, Peru, where she immersed herself in the rich secrets of Peruvian gastronomy during part of her childhood. In her early twenties, she embarked on a new chapter by coming to the United States and delving into the Hospitality Industry in Boston, Massachusetts.

Maria's culinary adventure continued as she relocated to San Diego, California, where she made her mark by opening the renowned El Tucan Restaurant. Her extensive travels and diverse experiences greatly influenced her innovative culinary style, shaping the unique approach she is celebrated for today.

During her time in San Diego, Chef Maria not only honed her culinary skills but also gained a profound understanding of the importance of nutrition, particularly through the use of organic and unprocessed ingredients.

Today, Maria Cummins is the proud owner, founder, and head chef of the Real Food Academy, a culinary haven nestled in the vibrant city of Miami. Here, both kids and adults come together every week to share the joy of connecting through the power of Real Food and Real Fun!

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At The Real Food Academy, we teach how to cook using real ingredients. We believe that all kinds of meals, snacks, and desserts should be enjoyed, and that what often makes certain foods feel “unhealthy” is the processed ingredients used to make them.

By using better oils, natural sweeteners, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients, our customers learn to make food that’s familiar, satisfying, and smarter for their bodies and lifestyles.

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Soy-free
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Please let us know your needs in advance so we can plan accordingly and adjust our recipes if needed.

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