Favorite Butter Frosting - 4 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 to 4 tablespoons milk
- Combine all ingredients except milk in small mixer bowl. Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often and adding enough milk for desired spreading consistency (1 to 2 minutes).
Makes 2 cups.
Variations:
- Chocolate Frosting: Add 2 ounces melted, cooled unsweetened chocolate.
- Creamy Coconut Frosting: Stir in 1 teaspoon coconut extract or flavoring.
- Lemon or Orange Frosting: Stir in 2 teaspoons grated lemon or orange peel.
Nutrition Facts (2 tablespoons): Calories: 150, Fat: 6 g, Cholesterol: 15 mg, Sodium: 45 mg, Carbohydrates: 25 g, Dietary Fiber: 0 g, Protein: <1 g.
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