Jelly Frosting
Transform your baked creations with the luscious magic of Jelly Frosting—an airy, glossy topping that's as delightful to look at as it is to eat. This unique frosting recipe uses fruit jelly (choose your favorite flavor!) to add a delicate fruity twist, while whipped egg whites and sugar create a fluffy, meringue-like texture. The gentle heat of a simmering water bath ensures a silky finish, perfect for mastering stiff peaks. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes, Jelly Frosting is your go-to choice for dressing up cakes, cupcakes, or cookies with a vibrant, glossy sheen. Whether you opt for a simple vanilla accent or let the jelly shine on its own, this frosting is best used fresh for optimal texture and flavor. Perfect for creative bakers seeking a light, eye-catching alternative to traditional buttercream!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fruit jelly (any flavor of choice)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Egg whites
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
In a medium, heatproof bowl, combine the fruit jelly, granulated sugar, egg whites, and water.
Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
Using a hand mixer or a whisk, beat the ingredients on medium speed while heating. Continue whisking for about 7-8 minutes, or until the mixture becomes thick, glossy, and forms stiff peaks.
Remove the bowl from the heat and add the vanilla extract, if desired. Mix for an additional minute to fully incorporate the flavoring.
Allow the frosting to cool slightly before spreading it onto cakes, cupcakes, or cookies.
Use immediately, as the frosting is best when freshly made. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
962 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 190 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 239.8 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 236.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 131 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.
