DECORATOR'S BUTTERCREAM ICING
Steps:
- 1. Cream shortening and butter with an electric, handheld, or paddle-whip mixer. Add flavoring and salt. Gradually add sugar, one cup at a time. Add meringue powder. (The mixture will appear dry.)
- 2. Add liquid of choice and beat until light and fluffy (approximately 5 to 8 minutes). Keep the bowl covered with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
- Storage: Store the icing in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Yield: 2 1/2 quarts (2.37 L)
- MASTER CHEF'S HINT
- Add extra liquid to soften the buttercream or extra 10X confectioners' sugar to stiffen it.
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Sayed Habib Shah
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this icing without any problems. It's so easy to follow the instructions.
Mr Nayyem
[email protected]This icing is amazing! It's so easy to make, and it tastes even better than it looks.
Gissel Martinez
[email protected]This is the best buttercream icing I've ever had. It's so smooth and creamy, and it has the perfect amount of sweetness.
Sugar Free
[email protected]I've been using this icing recipe for years, and it never disappoints. It's the perfect icing for any occasion.
Optic
[email protected]This icing is a game-changer! It makes my cakes and cupcakes look like they came from a bakery.
Rondel Hajaree
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this icing without any problems. It's so easy to follow the instructions.
mariya fletcher
[email protected]This icing is amazing! It's so easy to make, and it tastes even better than it looks.
ugonna cynthia
[email protected]This is the best buttercream icing I've ever had. It's so smooth and creamy, and it has the perfect amount of sweetness.
Suzi Shift
[email protected]I've been using this icing recipe for years, and it never disappoints. It's the perfect icing for any occasion.
Rosie Tamang
[email protected]This icing is a game-changer! It makes my cakes and cupcakes look like they came from a bakery.
Lion
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this icing without any problems. It's so easy to follow the instructions.
Daniel Gonzales
[email protected]This icing is to die for! It's so rich and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with chocolate cake.
M mursleen joiya
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of buttercream icing. But I'm so glad I did! This icing is light and fluffy, and it's not too sweet. It's the perfect topping for a cake.
Piere Sandra
[email protected]This icing is amazing! It's so easy to make, and it tastes even better than it looks.
Engr Pardeep
[email protected]I've tried many buttercream icing recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. It's so smooth and creamy, and it has the perfect amount of sweetness.
Zemira Scott
[email protected]This icing is the perfect combination of sweet and creamy. It's not too heavy, and it doesn't overpower the flavor of the cake.
MikeyMike Pharaoh
[email protected]I love this icing! It's so versatile and can be used to decorate cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. It's also delicious on its own.
Happy Harii
[email protected]This was my first time making buttercream icing, and it was so easy! The instructions were clear and concise, and the icing turned out beautifully.
Suhrab Kamran
[email protected]I've made this icing several times now, and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Jonathan Logan
[email protected]This is the best buttercream icing recipe I've ever tried! It's so smooth and creamy, and it holds its shape perfectly. I used it to decorate a birthday cake for my daughter, and it was a huge hit.