Delicious Vanilla Buttercream Cupcake Frosting – a delicious recipe with shortening, butter, clear vanilla, powdered sugar, milk. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Baking & Desserts
Servings:persons
1
In large mixing bowl with paddle attachment (I use my Kitchen Aid mixer) beat together shortening and butter.
2
Add vanilla and with mixer on low add your powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing after each cup is added. Scrape sides and bottom of bowl frequently.
3
When all sugar has been added frosting will appear dry. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time until you get your desired consistency (2-3 tbsps of milk give me the desired consistency I need for piping). Increase mixer speed to medium/medium high and beat for 4-5 minutes.
4
If not using right away or you have to step away for a few minutes cover the bowl with a damp cloth to keep frosting from getting too dry. This frosting can be stored in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
5
For thin spreading consistency add 2 tablespoons light corn syrup or milk.
6
For pure white frosting (stiff consistency) omit butter and substitute an additional 1/2 cup shortening for the butter and 1/2 teaspoon no color butter flavoring. Add up to 4 tablespoons light corn syrup or milk to thin for frosting cakes.
7
For Chocolate Frosting: Add 3/4 cup unsweet cocoa or 3-1 ounce squares unsweetened baking chocolate, melted. Add an additional 1-2 tablespoons milk.
676
kcal
Calories
23
g
Fat
121
g
Carbs
1
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 5 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup Crisco shortening (I actually use Alpine Hi-Ratio Icing Shortening), 1/2 cup real butter, softened (not margarine), 1 teaspoon clear vanilla (I use Wilton's Vanilla or Butter flavoring), 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted), and more.
Yes, Delicious Vanilla Buttercream Cupcake 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.
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