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I have had this recipe for over 30 years. Cream may be substituted for the milk for added richness.

Caramel Frosting I

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
    3 tablespoons milk
    1/2 cup packed brown sugar
    1 cup confectioners’ sugar
    1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

    1 In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, and mix in 3 tablespoons milk and brown sugar. Boil vigorously for 1 minute.

    2 Remove from heat, and beat in 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar. Cool slightly, and beat in the vanilla and remaining 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar. Add more milk if the mixture is too thick.