Fluffy White Frosting Recipe
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Fluffy White Frosting

By: Vickie 
"This is the type of frosting that is cooked over the stove, then whipped. This goes well on almost any type of cake."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.3 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (364)

 

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Original Recipe Yield 1 frosting for two layer 8 or 9 inch round cake
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, stir together the sugar, water and cream of tartar. Cook over medium-high heat until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is bubbly.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whip the egg whites and vanilla to soft peaks. Gradually add the sugar mixture while whipping constantly until stiff peaks form, about 7 to 10 minutes. Frost the cake of your choice.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 68 | Total Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 28, 2007 by Miss Niecy   view full review
yes!!! this is a wonderful frosting...soon to become one of my staples. When coloring, it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 7, 2006 by ROXYSTARLING Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This frosting tastes like marshmallows, has a beautiful shine, and holds its shape well. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 12, 2004 by Shannon   view full review
This is a perfect frosting for cupcakes-you can color it any color, then just dip the cupcakes...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2008 by ANN MARIE01   view full review
Absolutely perfect! I had a craving for Wacky Cake and was tired of my usual powdered sugar...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 9, 2004 by EPPIRN   view full review
Yummy... just what I was looking for! Took a little extra effort than other frostings, but...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2007 by pixiedust   view full review
I liked this recipe. It turns out really pretty. It's very white and smooth. I liked the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 6, 2005 by So Cal Gal   view full review
This was a successful recipe for me. I made 2-9" rounds of the Black Chocolate Cake...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2007 by cheerful_mama   view full review
This frosting is just what i wanted. It has the right sweetness and it looks shiny and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2008 by princessvicky   view full review
I made this for a coconut chocolate cake and it was perfect. Nice and Fluffy with a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 27, 2008 by Darcey55   view full review
This was really good! I used it as frosting for ice cream cone cupcakes (cupcakes baked in...

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