Waldorf Astoria Frosting
Elevate your baking creations with the luxurious and timeless Waldorf Astoria Frosting! This silky-smooth, vintage frosting is made with a unique cooked flour and milk base, creating an ultra-creamy texture that’s lighter than traditional buttercream. Sweetened with granulated sugar and whipped to fluffy perfection with softened butter, this frosting has a subtle richness that pairs beautifully with cakes and cupcakes alike. The addition of vanilla extract enhances its delicate flavor, while a touch of salt balances the sweetness. Perfect for those who crave a velvety frosting that isn’t overly heavy or sugary, this recipe is a dream for both special occasions and everyday indulgence. Ready in just 25 minutes, this frosting is sure to impress with its old-fashioned charm and irresistible texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, whisk together the flour and milk until smooth and lump-free.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring continuously, until it thickens and resembles a smooth pudding-like consistency. This should take about 5–7 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and transfer the mixture to a bowl. Let it cool completely to room temperature. Do not proceed while it is still warm, as it can melt the butter.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed. Beat for about 3–5 minutes, or until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is light and fluffy.
Gradually add the cooled flour-milk mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, one spoonful at a time, beating well after each addition.
Add the vanilla extract and salt, and continue beating the frosting for another 5–7 minutes, or until it becomes silky, light, and fluffy.
Once the frosting is fully combined, it is ready to be used. Spread it generously over your desired cake or cupcakes for a creamy and smooth finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.2 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.1 g | 630% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 546 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 717 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 240.9 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 212.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 470 mg | 10% | |
*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.
