White Almond Buttercream Frosting

• Gluten free

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 tsp Almond extract
  • 1 lb Confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 cup Shortening

• Dairy

  • 1/2 cup Butter

• Liquids

  • 2 2 tbls warm water

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Description

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened*
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 2 tbls warm water (2-3)
• 1 tsp almond extract
• 1 lb confectioners sugar
• *(or keep it dairy free by using all butter flavored shortening)

Directions

• Beat together butter, shortening, 1 tbsp of warm water, and almond until smooth and creamy. Beat in the sugar gradually on a low setting. Scrape sides of bowl as needed.
• Mixture will be very thick. After all sugar is incorporated, add 1-2 more tbsp. of warm water and beat at medium/medium-high speed for 1-2 more minutes. Adding more warm water will continue to thin the frosting consistency and bring down the sweetness even more. Add as much as you like to get the appropriate flavor and consistency. Be careful because a little goes a long way.
• The frosting can also be made several days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature, then mix well before using. Leftovers should be refrigerated.
• Get the look by using Decorating Tube 1M fitted into a piping bag.