Basic Decorating Icing

By Hklbrries

Flavor and color as desired for frosting and decorating cakes and cookies.

Ingredients

• 4 cups pure cane powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 teaspoon flavoring, optional
• Food coloring, optional

Details

Servings 3

Preparation

Step 1

In large bowl, beat all ingredients at medium speed 8 to 10 minutes. Keep icing covered to prevent drying. Store in refrigerator.

Hint: Thicken with powdered sugar or thin with a few drops of water.