Easy Buttercream Icing Recipe

Name: Easy Buttercream Icing Recipe
Total time: 15 mins
Ingredients: 0.5 cup butter, softened; 0.5 cup shortening; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 4 cups confectioners' sugar; 2 tablespoons milk

This easy buttercream icing is an egg-free frosting perfect for decorating cookies for any occasion! Holidays, birthdays, or parties - this frosting works every time. For best results, use paste food coloring to color the icing. If you opt for liquid color, you might need to add more confectioner's sugar to achieve the desired consistency.

Total time15 mins
Prep time15 mins
Yield2 1/2 cups, 20

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Ingredients

0.5 cup butter, softened
0.5 cup shortening
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

In a large bowl, beat together butter, shortening, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until creamy and well combined. Gradually blend in confectioners' sugar, adding 1 cup at a time and beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth consistency. Incorporate milk into the mixture, then continue mixing until the icing becomes light and fluffy. Cover and store until ready to use for decorating your favorite treats.

Nutrition

Calories: 181 kcal
Fat Content: 10 g
Serving Size: 2 1/2 cups
Sugar Content: 24 g
Sodium Content: 34 mg
Protein Content: 0 g
Cholesterol Content: 12 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 24 g
Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g