French Cream Icing

By cuznvin

Ingredients

• Makes enough to frost a 9” layer cake or a 13 x 9” cake
• 5 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Preparation

Step 1

1. Traditional Method: Whisk together the flour and milk in a saucepan.

2. Place the pan over medium heat and whisk until very thick.

3. Remove from heat and cool.

4. Quick & Easy Microwave Method: Mix the flour and milk in a microwaveable container and use a hand blender to make it smooth.

5. Microwave 3 minutes; stir, then microwave until boiling and thick.

6. Stir to smooth, then place a piece of plastic wrap on the surface and let cool.

7. I put it in the freezer for a few minutes if I'm in a hurry.

8. While the mixture is cooling, whip the butter until fluffy.

9. Add the sugar and vanilla and beat until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved.

10. Add the cooled milk mixture to the creamed mixture and beat until it is smooth and stands in peaks.