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Browned Butter Icing

By: Patty2007

"My mom used to make this all time. Wonderful on a spice cake!"

Rate/Review | Read Reviews (3)

Prep Time:
10 Min

Cook Time:
15 Min

Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 12 servings

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons hot water

Directions

Heat the butter in a saucepan over low heat until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the confectioners' sugar, cream, and vanilla extract. Add water, mixing vigorously until smooth.