All-Purpose Vanilla Frosting
- 10m Prep Time
- 0sCook Time
- 10m Ready In
This all-purpose vanilla frosting turns any snack cake into an elegant dessert. It's made with egg whites, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
Ingredients
- 2 egg whites
- 4 tbsp butter softened
- 3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Estimated based off 4 of 4 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).
Vitamins & minerals
- Calcium: 73.1 mg
- Iron: 1.95 mg
- Magnesium: 13.7 mg
- Phosphorus: 212 mg
- Potassium: 164 mg
- Zinc: 1.38 mg
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 2 egg whites
- 3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla
Prepare
- Soften 4 tbsp butter
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the 2 egg whites with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until they become thick and frothy, about 2–3 minutes.
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Step 2.
Gradually add the 4 tablespoons softened butter and 3 cups powdered sugar, a little at a time, beating continuously until the frosting is thick and smooth. If the frosting seems too thin, add more powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
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Step 3.
Beat in the 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until fully incorporated. If the frosting becomes too soft or mushy, refrigerate it for 15–20 minutes to firm up before using.