Homemade Cupcake Frosting Recipe. Ingredients 12 cup butter softened 4-12 cups confectioners sugar 1-12 teaspoons vanilla extract 5 to 6 tablespoons 2 milk. This is the most important icing recipe youll ever have.
Its so basic it makes the hassle of cake decorating so much easier. While frosting can be piped into high swirls icing is generally spread or poured onto cupcakes. If you wish use half shortening and half unsalted butter.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment beat the butter on medium-high speed for 6-7 minutes.
Gradually add in the cool milk mix salt and vanilla beating until everything is combined. Beat on medium speed until smooth and fluffy. This icing recipe is 1. Its quick and easy to make bright white for cake decorating and you can easily change its consistency.