Try this homemade Buttercream Icing recipe the whole family will love. Made with vegetable shortening, Butter, vanilla extract and Confectioners sugar. …
This Buttercream Icing relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as solid vegetable shortening, butter or possibly margarine, clear vanilla extract and confectioners sugar, sifted. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1152 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026