Maple Buttercream Frosting

Yield: 24 cupcakes
Prep Time:  5 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup (8 oz) unsalted butter at room temperature
1 cup maple syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 -5 cups powdered sugar

1.  Beat the butter on med-high speed until light and fluffy.  About 2 -3 minutes.  Slowly add in the maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until well combined.

2.  On medium speed, slowly add in the powdered sugar.  Add more or less powdered sugar if necessary to reach the desired frosting consistency.