creamy decorative frosting

Recipe by
Theresa Ford

A favorite frosting for Mom's Christmas cookies

prep time 15 Min
method Blend

Ingredients For creamy decorative frosting

  • 1 c
    crisco shortening
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 4 c
    powdered sugar
  • 1/4 c
    egg whites
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp
    almond extract

How To Make creamy decorative frosting

  • 1
    In a large bowl, with an electric mixer at low speed, beat shortening and butter until smooth
  • 2
    At low speed, add 2 cups confectioners sugar, half a cup at a time
  • 3
    Add cornstarch, beat at medium speed until well combined
  • 4
    Add egg whites, salt, vanilla and almond extract, beat low speed until well blended
  • 5
    Beat in remaining confectioners sugar until mixture is smooth and stiff peaks form

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