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This icing is similar to the flavor and has a medium consistency like bakery icing. It is ideal for frosting and borders.

My Extra Special Buttercream Frosting

Ingredients

  • 2 cups solid vegetable shortening*
    2 lbs. confectioners’ sugar
    1/2 tsp. salt
    1-2 tsp. clear vanilla or your favorite flavoring 6-8 oz. whipping cream

Instructions

    Cream shortening until fluffy. Add sugar and continue creaming until well-blended. Add salt, flavoring and whipping cream; blend on low speed until moistened. Beat at high speed until icing is fluffy.

  1. *You may substitute 1 cup butter or margarine plus 1 cup solid vegetable shortening to achieve a more buttery taste.