1 C white shortening
1 C butter, room temp
2 t flavor extract (vanilla, almond, strawberry)
4-6 T milk or water
2 lbs powdered sugar (8 C)
1 T meringue powder (optional)
Pinch of salt (optional)
Cream shortening, butter, extract, and milk or water. Add dry ingredients and mix well. Mix an additional 2-3 minutes until frosting is smooth and creamy. More liquid can be added to adjust consistency, depending on use. This is a crusting buttercream and can be used to frost, fill, and pipe decorations on cakes.
For chocolate buttercream, add 1 C cocoa powder and 1-2 additional tablespoons liquid. Mix well until blended.
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