Smooth Buttercream Frosting

Description

This flavorful icing is ideal for decorating. It may be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to a week. Re-whip before using.

Ingredients

• ½ cup vegetable shortening
• ½ cup butter
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 5 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 3 tablespoons milk

Instructions

1. Beat shortening and butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth
2. about 3 minutes; stir in vanilla extract. Beat sugar
3. one cup at a time
4. into butter mixture on medium speed. Add milk and beat on high speed until light and fluffy.
5. Keep icing covered with a damp cloth until ready to decorate. For best results
6. keep icing refrigerated when not using.

Servings: 16