White Frosting Recipe
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White Frosting

By: Sierra 
"This traditional frosting goes well with almost any type of cake. It is quick and easy to make."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.2 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (109)

Prep Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 cups
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the milk and flour. Cook over medium high heat until boiling. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  2. When the milk mixture is cool, add the butter, shortening, sugar and vanilla. Beat with an electric mixer for 10 to 12 minutes, scraping the bottom of the bowl occasionally. Keep frosted cakes refrigerated until 1/2 hour before serving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 229 | Total Fat: 16.6g | Cholesterol: 22mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 11, 2003 by KISSABELLS   view full review
Last night I needed a quick and easy recipie for frosting, and I found this one. I wish I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2003 by KENCINDY   view full review
I don't ever usually review anything, but I had to on this recipie. I don't really care for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2007 by Bobbie Jean   view full review
This is the frosting my mom always used for my birthday cake(I'm in my 50's). This is old...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2007 by Kitchen Queen   view full review
I have used this recipe for years. I have never refrigerated it and it last as long as the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2007 by hensen22   view full review
I made this recipe twice. When you mix the milk and flour do it before you put it on the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 29, 2009 by qtmixx64   view full review
Excellent recipe...this same one has been in my family for ages and I know of some bakeries...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2008 by pnutmommy   view full review
I was a little worried about this recipe because of the ingredients, but I was looking for a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 19, 2003 by MEAPET   view full review
I really liked the flavor and the texture of this icing, even though I was a little nervous...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2003 by MICHELLE HELPENSTELL   view full review
I was looking for a recipe that didn't use powdered sugar(I was out!)This fit the bill. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.2 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 14, 2011 by Piggyluver~! Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I was out of luck and tried this. It was waxy.

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