Buttercream Frosting

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   In work bowl of a food processor fitted with metal blade, process butter until smooth, about 30 seconds.

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   Scrape down bowl.

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   Add confectioner's sugar and process until it just begins to gather, about 15 seconds.

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   With motor running, drizzle milk and almond extract through the feed tube and process until smooth, about 30 seconds.

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   If you would like to use this as a glaze you can add additional milk to thin the texture.

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   For a stiffer frosting add additional confectioner's sugar after adding milk.

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   Variations:

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   Add 1 cup (250 mL) toasted sweetened coconut flaked for a flavorful frosting.

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   Use the same amount of vanilla in place of almond extract for vanilla buttercream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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