Buttercream icing

Buttercream icing

Ingredients/Components

• milk - 2 Tbsp
• butter - 1/2 c
• shortening - 1/2 c
• clear vanilla extract - 1 tsp
• sifted confectioners sugar approximately 1 lb - 4 c

How to make buttercream icing:

Cream butter and shortening with mixer. Add vanilla. Gradually add sugar 1 cup at a time, beating well on medium speed. Scrape sides and bottom of bowl often. When all sugar has been mixed in, icing will appear dry. Add milk a teaspoon at a time, mixing at medium speed until light and fluffy. Can be stored in covered container in refrigerator 2 weeks. Re-whip before using. Makes 3 cups.

Recipe categories: Desserts, Cakes, Cake fillings and frostings.