Homemade Icing
Elevate your baked goods with this easy and indulgent Homemade Icing recipe that's velvety smooth and perfectly sweet. Crafted with just five simple ingredients—softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, milk, and a pinch of salt—this icing comes together in just 10 minutes, making it a quick and versatile addition to your dessert repertoire. Whether you’re frosting cakes, cupcakes, or cookies, this customizable icing delivers a lush, spreadable consistency that can be easily adjusted to your liking. Plus, its rich buttery flavor and subtle hints of vanilla make it a timeless favorite for any occasion. Say goodbye to store-bought frosting and treat your homemade creations to a professional-quality finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) Butter
- 4 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (plus more if needed) Milk
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the softened butter.
Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the butter on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud. Once combined, increase speed to medium and beat until smooth.
Add the vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons of milk, and a pinch of salt. Beat on medium speed until everything is fully incorporated.
If the icing is too thick, add additional milk, one teaspoon at a time, and continue mixing until the desired consistency is achieved. If it's too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar.
Taste the icing and adjust the sweetness or salt level if necessary.
Once the icing reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency, it's ready to use. Spread immediately onto your baked goods or store in an airtight container for later use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.8 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.5 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 529 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 1336 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 481.7 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 473.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 125 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
