Here is the classic wedding cake icing. Snow-White Buttercream is used for icing cakes smooth, borders, flowers and more. Its pure white color yields the truest colors.
Provided by spreadnjoy
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 7 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stiff Consistency: In large bowl, combine 2/3 cup water and meringue powder; whip with electric mixer at high speed until peaks form.
- Add 4 cups sugar, one cup at a time, beating at low speed after each addition.
- Add remaining 8 cups sugar and 3 tablespoons water, shortening and corn syrup in 3 additions, blending well after each.
- Add salt and flavorings; beat at low speed until smooth.
- Keep bowl covered with a damp cloth until ready to use. For best results, keep icing bowl in refrigerator when not in use. Refrigerated in an airtight container, this icing can be stored 2 weeks. Rewhip before using.
- For thin (spreading) consistency icing, add up to 4 more tablespoons each water and corn syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1154, Fat 36.8, SaturatedFat 10.6, Sodium 257.8, Carbohydrate 212.3, Sugar 204.1
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Babo Tongchongya
[email protected]I had a little trouble getting the frosting to the right consistency, but once I did, it was perfect.
Shuaibu Dan amar
[email protected]This frosting is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.
SHELTONMARWEYI SHELTONMARWEYI
[email protected]I've tried many buttercream frosting recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's so rich and creamy.
Willber Alba mandoza
[email protected]This frosting is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love using it to frost cakes and cupcakes.
Rajpoot Mobile
[email protected]I made this frosting for my son's birthday cake and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Joshua Musa
[email protected]This is the best frosting I've ever had! It's so smooth and creamy, and it's the perfect sweetness.
Raynold Paru
[email protected]Overall, I'm really happy with this frosting. It's easy to make, it tastes great, and it's very versatile.
Tyneisha Michelle Dillipree
[email protected]I had a little trouble getting the frosting to the right consistency, but once I did, it was perfect. It piped beautifully and it held its shape really well.
Shaun James
[email protected]This frosting is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good. I would recommend using less sugar if you don't like your frosting too sweet.
Kevo kk Levin
[email protected]I've been making this frosting for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so versatile and can be used to frost cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
Raju Raju
[email protected]This frosting is delicious! It's the perfect sweetness and it's not too heavy. I love using it to frost cakes and cupcakes.
Ashley Peters
[email protected]I've tried many buttercream frosting recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
Michael Larson
[email protected]This is my go-to buttercream frosting recipe. It's always a hit with my friends and family.
Cody Spears
[email protected]I made this frosting for the first time last week and it was a huge success! My family loved it and said it was the best frosting they'd ever had.
Sabir Kakar
[email protected]This frosting is amazing! I've never had a buttercream frosting that's so light and fluffy. It's perfect for piping and it holds its shape really well.
Jalyn Martin
[email protected]This is the best buttercream frosting I've ever made! It's so smooth and creamy, and it pipes beautifully. I used it to frost a cake for my daughter's birthday, and it was a huge hit.