Probably The Dumbest Question Of All...but Here Goes!!
Baking By crkrjax_76 Updated 26 Jan 2011 , 10:38pm by Kellbella
When making buttercream with the kitchenaid, do you use the paddle attachment or the wisk?
I always use the paddle. I think the whisk would add to much air into it.
That's what I was thinking, but I wanted to double check!!!!
I also use the paddle. I set my kitchen aid on med-high and let it go for 10-12 min. Very light and fluffy. Of course this is after i get everything incorporated. Don,t beat it so fast , that it incorporates air bubbles that you can,t smooth out. I also stop and stir mine like like sugarshack shows us and that way it comes out smooth . I keep the icing moving with the rubber spatula as the paddle is moving. this also helps to keep the icing very smooth. (sugarshack) . She shows this on youtube if you do not know this. hth
I always use my whisk when ever I do frosting, I like the light and fluffy texture of it.
This is another one of those personal preference types of things, I'm certain! Just like some people like mix/scratch, etc. One is not necessarily better than the other, it's all about how it turns out for YOU, and how it's easier for you to work with. Like I said, I like to whip mine til it's light and fluffy, some people don't have to whip it as long, or they prefer not to, it's all about what works for them. 
I don't have a lot of trouble with air bubbles, but someone else might make theirs the same way and end up with terrible air bubbles. There are so many variables. Just try it, and see what you like best!
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