Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 7½ cups (2 pounds or 937g) confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup shortening,
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, (use clear if want white frosting)
  • ½-¾ cup whole milk, (as needed for desired consistency)
  • 1 pinch kosher salt

Instruction

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream shortening and vanilla (2-4 minutes).
  • Add in the confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time. If you find your mixer struggling, slowly add in milk. Use more milk for a creamy consistency; use less milk for a stiff consistency. Finally, add salt.