Birthday Cake Frosting Recipe

Name: Birthday Cake Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 115 g butter, at room temperature [8 tablespoons (1 stick)]; 50 g vegetable shortening (1/4 cup); 55 g cream cheese (2 ounces); 25 g glucose (1 tablespoon); 18 g corn syrup (1 tablespoon); 12 g clear vanilla extract (see page 21) (1 tablespoon); 200 g confectioners sugar (1 1/4 cups); 2 g kosher salt (1/2 teaspoon); 0.25 g baking powder (pinch); 0.25 g citric acid (see page 16) (pinch)

Servings: persons

1
Combine the butter, shortening, and cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and cream together on medium-high for 2 to 3 minutes, until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
2
Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
3
With the mixer on its lowest speed, stream in the glucose, corn syrup, and vanilla.
4
Crank the mixer up to medium-high and beat for 2 to 3 minutes, until the mixture is silky smooth and a glossy white.
5
Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
6
Add the confectioners sugar, salt, baking powder, and citric acid and mix on low speed just to incorporate them into the batter.
7
Crank the speed back up to medium-high and beat for 2 to 3 minutes, until you have a brilliant stark white, beautifully smooth frosting.
8
It should look just like it came out of a plastic tub at the grocery store!
9
Use the frosting immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
10
In a pinch, substitute 12 g (2 teaspoons) corn syrup for the glucose.

459

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Fat

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 115 g butter, at room temperature [8 tablespoons (1 stick)], 50 g vegetable shortening (1/4 cup), 55 g cream cheese (2 ounces), 25 g glucose (1 tablespoon), and more.

Yes, Birthday Cake Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Birthday Cake Frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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