Claudias Yummy Frosting for Cakes and Cupcakes Recipe

Claudias Yummy Frosting for Cakes and Cupcakes Recipe

  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons cake flour
  • 1/4 cup low-fat milk
  • 2 drops any color food coloring (optional)
  1. In a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, shortening, egg whites, salt, vanilla, flour and milk. Beat with an electric mixer, gradually increasing to high speed, until light, fluffy and smooth, about 5 minutes. Stir in desired amount of food coloring.