Jo Ann’s Frosting

A not-so-sweet white frosting alternative that is great for all cakes and decorating needs. This may be tinted with food color if you like.

Original recipe makes 1 frosting for 2 layer 8 inch cake

Ingredients

1 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
1/4 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

  • PREP

    10 mins

  • READY IN

    10 mins

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, beat shortening and sugar together until smooth. slowly mix in milk, vanilla and almond extract. Beat on high speed of an electric mixer for 5 to 7 minutes, scraping often, until mixture is light and fluffy.

Nutrition

Calories: 217 kcal
Carbohydrates: 15.9 g
Cholesterol: < 1 mg
Fat: 17.2 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 0.2 g
Sodium: 2 mg

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