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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