Decoraters Buttercream

By á-174942

Ingredients

• 1 cup solid vegetable shortening
• 1 pound unsalted butter - (2 cups)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 pounds confectioners' sugar (10X)
• 3 tablespoons meringue powder
• 4 1/2 ounces milk

Details

Servings 1

Preparation

Step 1

Cream the shortening and butter together in the bowl of an electric mixer. Add the lemon juice and salt. Gradually add the sugar, 1 cup at a time. Add the meringue powder - the mixture will appear dry. Add the milk and beat until light and fluffy, about 5 to 8 minutes. Keep bowl covered with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.

This recipe yields frosting and filling for 2 (9-inch) cakes.