Basic Frosting Recipe 🎂
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Description:
This delightful Basic Frosting recipe harks back to a bygone era, originating from a cherished, now out-of-print cookbook. It’s a nostalgic reminder of the homemade goodness that adorned cakes during simpler times, long before the convenience of boxed mixes or store-bought frostings. 🕰️ With its timeless appeal, this frosting surpasses anything you’ll find on supermarket shelves. 🛒 Plus, its versatility knows no bounds—you can effortlessly customize it with different flavors, from zesty lemon to rich chocolate or soothing peppermint. 🍋🍫❄️
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 4100.2
- Fat Content: 196.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 85.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 250.4mg
- Sodium Content: 682.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 600.6g
- Sugar Content: 588.3g
- Protein Content: 2.5g
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 1/2 cups margarine
- 5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- Milk (quantity as needed)
Instructions:
| Step | Instruction | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cream butter and shortening together in a mixing bowl. Add vanilla extract. | 5 mins |
| 2 | Using a mixer, beat the mixture at medium speed until smooth and creamy. | |
| 3 | Slowly sift in confectioners’ sugar, ensuring the mixer is set to medium speed or below. | |
| 4 | Once the sugar is fully incorporated, gradually add milk to achieve the desired consistency. | |
| 5 | Increase mixer speed to high and beat the frosting until it becomes light and fluffy. | |
| 6 | Cover the frosting with a damp cloth until you’re ready to use it to ensure it stays fresh. |
Serving Suggestions:
Spread this luscious frosting generously over your favorite cakes, whether it’s a classic sheet cake or a decadent double-stacked round masterpiece. 🍰✨ Pair it with your preferred cake flavor for an indulgent treat that’s sure to delight friends and family alike!
Keywords:
Low Protein, Mixer, Less than 30 Minutes, Small Appliance
