Buttercream Frosting
The perfect frosting for all of your decorating needs.
Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1/2 c. unsalted butter room temperature
- 1/2 c. Crisco shortening
- 4 c. confectioner's sugar sifted
- 1/8 tsp. salt
- 2 T. whole milk or heavy cream as needed
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract (use clear for a brighter white)
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with the whisk or paddle attachment, beat butter and shortening on high speed until smooth, about 2 minutes.
- On low speed, add 2 cups confectioners’ sugar and salt; beat until creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add milk and extract; beat until blended.
- Add remaining confectioners' sugar 1 cup at a time; beating until incorporated. Turn mixer to high speed and beat frosting until light and fluffy.
- Add more milk or cream as needed if the mixture becomes too thick or dry.
- Add food coloring at this time, if using, and beat until fully incorporated.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container. The frosting will keep for 1 month in the freezer, 2 weeks in the refrigerator, or 3 days at room temperature.
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