I had been using the same buttercream icing recipe for many years. Everyone always enjoyed my buttercream icing, at least they said they did. But recently I needed to make cupcakes for a friends Bon Voyage party at work and something prompted me to try a new recipe. I couldn’t believe all of the raves over my new frosting. It’s definitely the best buttercream icing recipe I have used to date, so I figured I would share it with you. It’s really simple to make and it’s quite possible that you already use this recipe, but I thought I’d share it with you anyway, since it went over so well.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners sugar
2 tablespoons of milk
Method
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, shortening, and vanilla. Blend in the sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the milk, and continue mixing until light and fluffy. More milk may be needed to get the right consistency. Cover with plastic wrap or lid until ready to decorate. Spread or pipe atop your favorite cupcake recipe. Enjoy!
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Thanks! How could you go wrong with that list of ingredients?
Sounds yummy!
I took a recipe very similar to this and made soy & dairy free, and vegan, because of dietary restrictions. My recipe suggests ingredients you can use that give a great butter cream icing for those with dietary restrictions: http://www.greenlifestyleconsulting.com/2010/03/vegan-buttercream-icing-and-chocolate.html
Oh my goodness, these look absolutly delicious. You have come up with such a creative treat! Loving it ♥
This is my favorite buttercream recipe. I change the vanilla for different flavors such as lemon, orange, or peppermint.
your cupcakes are stunning!
Like you, I’ve always used a very standard tried-and-true recipe. This one sounds great and you’ve inspired me to do something new. Thanks!
I have been looking for a good buttercream icing recipe. Mine isn’t very good. This one sounds wonderful. I’m going to give it a try. Wish me luck.
it’s the same recipe as Wilton’s Buttercream