Confectioners’ Sugar Frosting
This is a simple and foolproof frosting that tints nicely when colored. The recipe makes enough for an 8-inch layer cake or 24 cupcakes.
serves
2
cups
Ingredients
cost per recipe: $1.45
The price is determined by the national average.
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2
cups confectioners' sugar
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1/4
cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened
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3
tablespoons to 4 tablespoons milk
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1
teaspoon vanilla extract
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as needed food coloring(optional)
How to Make It
Step 1
Beat the confectioners' sugar and butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in 3 tablespoons milk and the vanilla extract. Beat in more milk until desired consistency. Tint the frosting with the food coloring, if desired.
