How to Make Whipped Frosting - A Step-by-Step Guide

Whipped frosting is a light and airy topping that is perfect for decorating cakes, cupcakes, and other confections. This versatile frosting can be flavored and colored in countless ways, making it a popular choice for bakers and decorators of all levels.

One of the main attractions of whipped frosting is its incredible texture. It's smooth and creamy, yet still holds its shape when piped, making it a favorite for creating intricate designs or simple swirls on cakes and cupcakes. While...

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup shortening
  • ½ cup margarine
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • In a small saucepan, mix milk into flour gradually to prevent lumps. Cook, stirring constantly over low heat until thick. Cover with waxed paper and cool completely. To speed up the cooling process, set the pot in a bowl of ice water and stir until cooled.
  • In mixer bowl, combine shortening and margarine, and beat 4 minutes. Add sugar; beat 4 minutes. Add cooled paste and vanilla; beat well.
  • Nutrition

    228 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 96mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 38mg