Best 2 Old Fashioned Cooked Frosting Recipes

Old-fashioned cooked frosting is a classic dessert topping that has been enjoyed for generations. This decadent and versatile frosting is made with just a few simple ingredients and can be used to top cakes, cupcakes, pies, and other desserts. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and glossy finish, old-fashioned cooked frosting is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will provide you with the knowledge and confidence you need to create the perfect old-fashioned cooked frosting.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

OLD FASHIONED COOKED FUDGE FROSTING OR FUDGE..AWESOME

Old Fashioned Cooked Fudge Frosting or Fudge..awesome image

Cook four minutes and it is a great frosting. Cook five minutes and it is Fudge. Great old fashioned cooked Fudge frosting. The kind your Grandmother probably made.

Provided by evegpt

Categories Candy

Time 9m

Yield 10 layers, 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups butter, this is a lb, 4 sticks
3/4 cup white Karo
13 ounces Carnation Evaporated Milk, undiluted
5 tablespoons hershey's cocoa
6 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring

Steps:

Melt margarine in large boiler on medium heat.
Add Karo syrup, Carnation milk and Hershey's cocoa. Mix well and add sugar.
With unit on High heat, bring to a full rolling boil (one you can not stir down). Reduce heat to medium-high and boil for 4 minutes by the clock.
Remove from heat and beat with mixer on high until thick and creamy. Add vanilla.
Spread between layers of cake and on top layer and sides. This will frost 10 layers.
This recipe makes delicious fudge by cooking 5 minutes by the clock. Beat until thick and creamy. Add 2 cups chopped nuts. Pour into buttered pan and cut into squares when cool.

OLD FASHIONED COOKED FROSTING

Old Fashioned Cooked Frosting image

This is a great old-fashioned, heirloom recipe for a "not too sweet" frosting. Both my mother and grandmother used this.

Provided by Penny Burdge

Categories Other Desserts

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 c whole milk
5 Tbsp butter, unsalted
3/4 c flour
1 c sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Steps:

1. Whisk together the flour and milk in a small saucepan.
2. Stirring constantly over med-low heat, cook to a thick paste. Let cool completely.
3. Cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the vanilla.
5. Beat in the cooled milk paste until it is the consistency of whipped cream.

Tips:

Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan. This will help prevent the frosting from scorching.
Stir the frosting constantly. This will help prevent it from curdling.
Cook the frosting until it reaches the desired consistency. This will usually take about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the frosting from the heat and let it cool slightly. This will make it easier to spread.
Enjoy the frosting on your favorite cake or dessert.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned cooked frosting is a delicious and versatile topping for cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious frosting that will make your desserts even more special. So next time you're looking for a frosting recipe, give old-fashioned cooked frosting a try. You won't be disappointed.