Buttercream Frosting for Decorating Cakes

I present to you a classic in baking, the delicious buttercream frosting for decorating cakes. It is a perfect preparation to decorate cakes, making them look very pretty and taste delicious. It is a simple recipe that you'll love.
Ingredients
8
Servings
  • 1 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1 cup butter, at room temperature
  • 8 cups icing sugar, sifted
  • 3 tablespoons meringue powder
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla essence
  • 6 tablespoons water, or milk
Preparation
20 mins
0 mins
Low
  • Cream the butter along with the shortening until it becomes creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar alternating with the milk, meringue powder, and vanilla, mixing just to incorporate.
  • If you are using a mixer, use the paddle attachment to avoid adding air.

Nutritional Information

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