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–+ 1/2 cups

Basic Buttercream Frosting / Icing

Amanda
A basic and versatile buttercream - flavor and color to your liking. Temperature stable, easy to make and work with - my go to frosting for cupcakes.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Desserts
Servings 2 1/2 cups

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract regular works fine
  • 4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar approximately 1 lb.
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions
 

  • In large mixing bowl, beat shortening and butter with electric mixer until very light and fluffy.
  • Beat in vanilla.
  • Gradually mix in sugar, one cup at a time. Beat well on medium speed, scraping sides and bottom of bowl.
  • Icing will be dry when all sugar has been mixed in.
  • Add in milk, beat at medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in any colors or add-ins if desired.
  • Enjoy : )
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