In honor of Reese's birthday, her parents have planned a Dora the Explorer party for her. In our family, I am the resident cake baker. So, a little Dora cake was needed. I've noticed that alot of people have no idea how to make buttercream frosting. A good buttercream is versatile enough to frost cakes, make roses, or top your favorite cupcakes. Here's an excellent recipe for buttercream frosting. Hope you all enjoy your day as much as Reese will.
Keep in mind that true buttercream is not white, but is off-white in color.
Buttercream Frosting
4 sticks salted butter
4 butter flavor Crisco sticks
4 pounds GH powdered sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract
2 TB meringue powder
In a large mixer, combine butter and crisco. Mix to blend. Add vanilla and almond extracts, mix well. Mix in 1/4 of the powdered sugar. Slowly add in the rest of the powdered sugar, and mix on medium speed until combined.
Makes enough to frost, fill and decorate 1 9 inch double layer cake, or 1 Dora the Explorer cake for Reese.
Amazing Jaime!
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