Easy Buttercream Frosting

By carvalhohm2

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 1 pound powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons meringue powder
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• milk as needed for consistency

Preparation

Step 1

1. With the paddle attachment and your stand-type mixer, beat the butter, shortening, powdered sugar, and meringue powder together.

2. Add the lemon juice and vanilla. Beat the frosting, adding enough milk to reach the desired consistency.

Baker’s notes: You may use one egg white in place of the meringue powder. (Meringue powder is mostly dried egg white.)

Always apply your buttercream frosting at room temperature. Your frosting may be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.