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Laura's Vanilla Frosting PLUS Variations Recipe

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Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2 1/2 sticks (10 oz) unsalted butter, at room temperature
5 c. confectioners' sugar
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
1-2 tbsp milk
Directions:
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, using a mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy, about 1 minute
2. Add the confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating until smooth after each addition.
3. Add the vanilla and 1 tbsp. milk. Beat at high speed until fluffy, adding an additional 1 tbsp on milk if necessary.

VARIATIONS:

LEMON: Substitute 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice for the milk; add 2 tsp grated lemon peel.

RASPBERRY: Omit the Vanilla; add 2 tbsp seedless raspberry jam.

CHOCOLATE: Increase the milk to 6 tbsp; add 6 oz. melted and cooled unsweetened chocolate.

MOCHA: Make chocolate frosting by dissolving 3/4 tsp. instant espresso powder in the milk.

SPICE: Add 1/4 tsp. cinnamon and a pinch each ground ginger and allspice.

ALMOND: Omit the vanilla; substitute 3 tbsp amaretto for the milk.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
4 1/2 cups
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
10 min

 

 

 

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