Traditional Scottish Icing Recipe 🏴
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the sweet flavors of Scotland with this traditional Scottish icing recipe. It’s incredibly easy and quick to prepare, making it the perfect topping for your favorite desserts, especially when paired with a delectable Traditional Scottish Sheet Cake.
Recipe Category:
Dessert 🍰
Keywords:
Scottish, European, < 15 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 821.9
- Fat Content: 37.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 3.2mg
- Sodium Content: 286.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 122.4g
- Fiber Content: 4.5g
- Sugar Content: 112.7g
- Protein Content: 3.5g
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup oleo (butter or margarine)
- 4 cups milk
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup coconut flakes
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | In a saucepan, bring the milk, oleo, and cocoa to a rapid boil. | 5 minutes |
| 2 | Once boiling, add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and coconut flakes. | 5 minutes |
| 3 | Boil the mixture until thoroughly mixed and slightly thickened. | 5 minutes |
Directions:
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Prepare the Saucepan: Place a saucepan over medium heat and add the milk, oleo (butter or margarine), and cocoa powder. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil, stirring occasionally to ensure even heating.
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Incorporate Ingredients: Once the mixture is boiling, carefully add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and coconut flakes into the saucepan. Stir continuously to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.
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Thicken the Icing: Allow the mixture to boil for about 5 minutes, or until it reaches a slightly thickened consistency. Keep stirring throughout this process to prevent any lumps from forming and to ensure the ingredients are well combined.
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Remove from Heat: Once the icing has thickened to your desired consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat.
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Cool and Serve: Let the icing cool for a few minutes before using it to top your favorite desserts. It pairs exceptionally well with Traditional Scottish Sheet Cake or any other cake or pastry of your choice.
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Enjoy!: Drizzle or spread this delightful Scottish icing over your desserts and indulge in the rich, sweet flavors of Scotland.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the Traditional Scottish Icing alongside a slice of warm Traditional Scottish Sheet Cake for a truly authentic Scottish dessert experience.
- Use this delicious icing to top cupcakes, cookies, or any other baked treats for a touch of Scottish flavor.
Storage Tips:
- Store any leftover icing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Before using the leftover icing, let it come to room temperature and give it a good stir to restore its creamy consistency.
Additional Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the icing by adding more or less powdered sugar according to your taste preferences.
- For a nutty twist, you can replace the coconut flakes with chopped nuts such as almonds or walnuts.
- Experiment with different extracts such as almond or coconut for unique flavor variations.
Embrace the warmth and sweetness of Scottish hospitality with this easy-to-make Traditional Scottish Icing. Perfect for any occasion, this icing will add a touch of Scottish charm to your desserts and leave your taste buds craving more! 🏴🍰
