Green is one of those colors that can be tricky to get just right—especially when you’re working with natural food coloring. Whether you’re aiming for a soft sage or a bold forest green, knowing how to mix your buttercream is key. Here are our go-to tips for creating multiple shades of green buttercream using Chefmaster Natural Dark Green liqua-gel food coloring —a plant-based option that delivers rich color without artificial additives.

Let’s dive into how you can achieve a full spectrum of greens with Chefmaster Natural Liqua-gel food colorings.

The Buttercream Base Matters

Before you start, make sure your buttercream is the right base. We recommend starting with a white American buttercream base and then adding a tiny drop of Chefmaster Natural True Blue food coloring to start with a cooler undertone. You can find our favorite American Buttercream recipe to use with natural food colorings in our recipe section.

Making Green Shades of Buttercream

For each color, start with the ratios then add more starting with Chefmaster Natural Dark Green food coloring to reach your shade. Let sit for at least 12-24 hours to enhance the color before using.

Natural Tea Green

A pale, light green.

• 1 part Chefmaster Natural Dark Green Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 1/2 partChefmaster Natural True Blue Liqua-Gel food coloring

Natural Lime Green

A yellow-green vibrant shade.

• 3 parts Chefmaster Natural Dark Green Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 3 parts Chefmaster Natural Yellow Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 1 part Chefmaster Natural True Blue Liqua-Gel food coloring

Natural Olive Green

Rich Deep Green with both warm and cool undertones.

• 3 parts Chefmaster Natural Dark Green Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 2 parts Chefmaster Natural Yellow Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 1 part Chefmaster Natural True Blue Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 1/2 part Chefmaster Natural Brown Liqua-Gel food coloring

Natural Moss Green

Deep blue-green with brown undertones.

• 4 parts Chefmaster Natural Dark Green Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 3 parts Chefmaster Natural True Blue Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 2 parts Chefmaster Natural Brown Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 1 part Chefmaster Natural Yellow Liqua-Gel food coloring

Natural Mint Green

Pale nostalgic blue green

• 2 parts Chefmaster Natural True Blue Liqua-Gel food coloring
• 1 part Chefmaster Natural Dark Green Liqua-Gel food coloring

Tips for a Perfect Green Buttercream

✔ Let the Color Develop: Natural food colors deepen over time, so always make your buttercream a few days or even weeks in advance, then freeze until the day before you need it.
✔ Start with a White Base: if possible, use a white buttercream base to prevent unwanted undertones.
✔ Use Cocoa Powder for Depth: A tiny amount of cocoa powder can create a more intense red.
✔ Add Color in Stages: Gradually build up the green instead of adding too much at once.
✔ Check out our video tutorial on how to make green shades of buttercream using Chefmaster Natural Food Colorings.

Final Thoughts

Using Chefmaster Natural Dark Green Food Coloring can give you beautiful, naturally tinted buttercream without artificial dyes. By experimenting with different amounts and techniques, you can achieve anything from soft tea green to deep, earthy moss green.