Buttercream Icing Recipe

• 1/2 c. butter
• 1/2 c. solid shortening
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 4 c. (approx. 1 lb.) sifted confectioners' sugar
• 2 Tbsp. lowfat milk

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and shortening with electric mixer.
2. Add in vanilla.
3. Gradually add in sugar, one c. at a time, beating well on medium speed.
4. Scrape sides and bottom of bowl often.
5. When all the sugar has been mixed in, icing will appear dry.
6. Add in lowfat milk and beat at high speed till light and fluffy.
7. Keep icing covered with a damp cloth till ready to decorate.
8. Chill when not in use.
9. Keeps for up to 2 weeks in an air tight container.
10. Re-whip before using.
11. Makes 3 c..

butter, solid shortening, vanilla, sugar, milk

Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/buttercream-icing-95618 (may not work)