Buttercream, perfect for piping

By Maudie30

Perfect Piping Buttercream is the best

Ingredients

• 1 c. shortening (butter flavored)
• 1 c. butter
• 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. almond extract
• 7 1/2 c. powdered sugar
• 1/3 c. heavy whipping cream
• gel or paste icing dyes

Details

Servings 5
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 15mins

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, beat the shortening and butter until smooth and fluffy.

Add the vanilla, almond extract and cream and mix until smooth.

Add the powdered sugar 1-2 cups at a time, mixing well between each addition.

Beat the frosting for an additional 4-5 minutes until light and fluffy.

Using a toothpick, add the tiniest amount of dye at a time to the bowl of frosting to control your color.

These dyes will color the frosting quickly, so there is no need to add too much.