Kinder Bueno Buttercream combines the silky smoothness of condensed milk with the rich, nutty flavor of Kinder Bueno, creating a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Its light and fluffy texture make it ideal for piping stunning swirls and elegant designs. This condensed milk buttercream version, aka Russian Buttercream is a game changer!
As you work with this Russian Buttercream, you'll find that it glides effortlessly across your cakes, making it a breeze to achieve those professional-looking finishes. Its consistency is just right for creating those stunning swirls and pretty piped designs that will make your desserts stand out.

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Why You'll Love My Condensed Milk Buttercream Recipe
You'll love this Kinder Bueno Buttercream recipe because it's a real game changer compared to how traditional American buttercream is made. One of the best parts? You won't need to use powdered sugar at all! The sweetness in this recipe comes exclusively from the sweetened condensed milk, which means you get all the delicious flavor without the mess.
Imagine making buttercream without the usual cloud of powdered sugar in your kitchen. This not only makes the mixing process cleaner and more pleasant, but it also simplifies it. You get to enjoy creating a luscious, flavorful buttercream without the hassle of dealing with the fine, powdery mess that usually comes with making frosting. This innovative approach to buttercream gives you a smoother, creamier texture, making it a delight both to make and to eat.
Ingredients Used To Make Kinder Bueno Buttercream
- Unsalted Butter: This is the base of the buttercream, providing a rich, creamy texture and allowing the frosting to hold its shape well. The unsalted variety lets you control the amount of salt in your recipe.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: This adds sweetness and a creamy texture to the buttercream. Unlike powdered sugar typically used in traditional buttercream, condensed milk gives a smoother, less grainy texture.
- Kinder Bueno: This popular chocolate bar, known for its nutty and chocolate flavors, infuses a unique taste into the buttercream, adding a special twist compared to regular frostings.
- Milk: This helps to blend the Kinder Bueno into a smooth consistency, ensuring it mixes evenly into the condensed milk buttercream. This means less chance of leaving chunks that could clog piping tips or disrupt the texture.

How To Make Kinder Bueno Buttercream
Blend Kinder Bueno and Milk: Start by blending the Kinder Bueno bars with milk. This step is crucial for breaking down the chocolate and wafers into a smooth mixture. The milk softens the crispy wafers, ensuring they mix evenly into the buttercream and don't block your piping tips later on. After blending, set this mixture aside for a few minutes to let the wafers soften further.

Whip the Butter: Next, whip your softened unsalted butter until it becomes light and fluffy. This is an important step to achieve the right texture for your buttercream.

Combine with Condensed Milk: Then, mix the sweetened condensed milk into your whipped butter. Make sure to blend them well together, scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl to incorporate everything evenly.

Add the Kinder Bueno Mixture: Now, take your blended Kinder Bueno mixture, which should be nicely softened by now, and add it to the butter and condensed milk mixture. Mix everything together until well combined and smooth.


How To Use Kinder Bueno Buttercream: Your Kinder Bueno Condensed Milk Buttercream is now ready. It's perfect for piping onto cupcakes, spreading over cakes, or using as a filling. The chocolate flecks from the Kinder Bueno bars should be visible, giving your buttercream a beautiful and unique appearance.

My Top Tips
The most important tip for making the Kinder Bueno Condensed Milk Buttercream is to ensure that the Kinder Bueno bars and milk are blended into a very smooth mixture. This step is crucial because it guarantees that the chocolate and wafers from the Kinder Bueno are fine enough to be evenly distributed throughout the buttercream without clogging the piping tips. It also allows the unique flavor of the Kinder Bueno to be thoroughly infused into the buttercream. If you make sure this mixture is smooth and well-blended, it will make a big difference in the overall texture and look of your finished buttercream.

Variations For Kinder Bueno Russian Buttercream
When experimenting with the Kinder Bueno Condensed Milk Buttercream recipe, there are several variations you can try, though be mindful that some additions may affect the smoothness of the buttercream and potentially clog the piping tip.
- Flavor Enhancements: Consider adding vanilla or almond extract for an extra layer of flavor. However, remember that adding too much liquid can change the consistency of the buttercream.
- Different Chocolate Options: Feel free to experiment with various types of Kinder chocolates or similar brands. Just be aware that different chocolates may alter the texture, so blend them thoroughly to avoid clogging your piping tips.
- Adding Nuts To Kinder Bueno Buttercream: For an added crunch, you might want to fold in finely chopped nuts like hazelnuts or almonds. Make sure these are ground finely to prevent clogging the piping tip.
- Colorful Touches: If you want to add some color, use food coloring. But again, be cautious with the amount to maintain the right consistency.
While these variations can enhance your Kinder Bueno Russian Buttercream, always consider the impact on texture, especially if you plan to use a piping bag for decoration.
Common Questions About This Kinder Bueno Buttercream
Reduced sweetness. While still sweet, buttercream made with condensed milk can be less overwhelmingly sugary compared to its powdered sugar counterpart. This can be a plus for those who prefer a more balanced sweetness in their desserts.
Yes, you can make this buttercream in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Before using, let it come to room temperature and give it a quick whip to restore its texture.
Yes, this buttercream can be frozen. Store it in an airtight container and freeze for 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then let it come to room temperature before re-whipping and using.
Absolutely! You can add gel food coloring to this buttercream to achieve the desired color. Just be sure to add the coloring a little at a time to get the right shade without altering the consistency.
Kinder Bueno Buttercream (Russian Buttercream)
INGREDIENTS
- 500 g (2 ⅕ cups) butter unsalted and softened
- 395 g (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 (2) Kinder Bueno chocolate bars
- ⅓ cup (⅓ cup) milk
INSTRUCTIONS
- Place the Kinder Bueno bars and milk into a bowl suitable for a stick blender, a food processor, or a regular blender. Blend thoroughly to break up the wafers and chocolate.
- Once blended, set the mixture aside in a small bowl for five minutes, allowing the wafers to soften and the mixture to thicken as the wafers absorb some of the milk.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened butter. Using a hand mixer, beat the butter for 3-5 minutes until it becomes light and fluffy.
- Add all of the sweetened condensed milk to the whipped butter. Continue to mix for another 2-3 minutes until the mixture is well blended. Make sure to scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl to ensure everything is combined.
- By now, the Kinder Bueno mixture should be ready. The wafers would have softened, and the mixture thickened. Add this mixture to the buttercream and mix for an additional 1-2 minutes or until well blended.
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Condensed Milk Buttercream Tutorials
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Caitlan Waterhouse says
Hiya I’m just wondering the kinder bueno recipe could I use the normal kinder bars to make it gluten free
Thankyou in advance
Fay says
Hi Caitlan, yes you can use normal kinder bars. The blending is key to getting a smooth buttercream that won't clog the piping tip so blend blend blend and you're good to go!
Charmaine says
Can I freeze the buttercream ??
Fay says
Sure can! It freezes very well for 2-3 months.
Mone says
Hallo,
es wäre schön, wenn du bei deinen Rezepten erwähnen könntest, ob die Cremes Fondanttauglich sind!
Ansonsten hast du super tolle Rezeptideen 🙂
Fay says
Hallo! Ich verwende diese Buttercreme nicht mit Fondant. Ich verwende es nur zum Schichten, Abdecken und Dekorieren von Kuchen und Cupcakes. Andere haben es unter Fondant verwendet.