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Icing

Icing: 5 Minute Simple Cake Icing


  • Author: Jannet Lisa
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 1/2 cup 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple guide to understanding and making cake icing, covering different types, ingredients, and techniques for beautiful cake decoration.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: Food coloring

Instructions

  1. Sift powdered sugar into a bowl.
  2. Gradually add milk, stirring until smooth.
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. If desired, add food coloring for desired hue.
  5. Use this cake icing to decorate your baked goods.

Notes

  • Ensure powdered sugar is sifted for a lump-free icing.
  • Adjust milk quantity for desired icing consistency.
  • Experiment with different extracts for flavor variations.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 1mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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