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American Crusting Buttercream

Timeless Dishes
Sweet, smooth, and sturdy—this American crusting buttercream is a decorator’s dream.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 3 cups frosting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • measuring cups
  • spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 stick unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1 lb powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1-2 tbsp heavy cream, milk, or coffee creamer

Instructions
 

  • Cream butter and shortening together.
  • Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and 1 tbsp liquid to a bowl. Mix until incorporated.
  • Add an additional tbsp of liquid.
  • Mix on high for 3-5 minutes. Only add the .05 tbsp of liquid if it's not silky and smooth.
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