Best 4 Wilton Copycat Buttercream Icing Recipes

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Wilton copycat buttercream icing is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used to decorate cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It is similar to the buttercream icing that is sold by Wilton, but it can be made at home for a fraction of the cost. There are many different recipes for Wilton copycat buttercream icing, but they all have a few things in common. Typically, these recipes use butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Some recipes also add flavorings such as chocolate, peanut butter, or fruit. Wilton copycat buttercream icing is easy to make and can be customized to suit your own taste.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

WILTON BUTTERCREAM ICING



Wilton Buttercream Icing image

A great icing that we used in Wilton Cake Decorating Class. Would produce amazing results everytime. Thinning is done easily by adding water. This recipe makes "stiff" consistency. To make "medium" add one tablespoon milk or water. To make "thin" icing (perfect consistency for decorating a cake with the basic coating) Add two tablespoons of milk or water. If you want pure white icing, which is the perfect base to tint, use the white crisco shortening and any clear vanilla extract (wilton makes a great one). Using any others will give a faint creamy color that may affect the shade you try and tint with. Using water will give you a stable product that needs no refridgeration and the icing will keep indefinately in the fridge if you keep it in a covered container. If it dries out in the fridge you can always just add a bit of water to bring it back to the consistency you need. If you over thin at any time, just add more icing sugar to thicken. Very versatile product!

Provided by Shandibear

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup vegetable shortening
1/2 cup softened butter
1 teaspoon wilton clear vanilla extract
4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar (approx. 1 lb.)
2 tablespoons milk or 2 tablespoons water
3/4 cup cocoa powder, for baking or 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate squares, melted

Steps:

  • Cream butter and shortening with mixer.
  • add vanilla.
  • gradually add sugar, one cup at a time, beating on medium speed.
  • scrape sides and bottom of bowl often.
  • when all sugar has been mixed in, icing will appear dry. Add milk or water and beat at medium speed until ready to use.
  • refridgerate leftover icing in an airtight container.
  • Rewhip before using.
  • *****For chocolate icing.
  • Add cocoa powder or melted chocolate when adding the sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.2, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 13.8, Sodium 47.2, Carbohydrate 28.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 26.2, Protein 0.8

WILTON COPYCAT BUTTERCREAM ICING



Wilton Copycat Buttercream Icing image

This icing is from Wilton, I did the cake decorating course last year and this was the recipe used. This basic recipe gives a stiff icing which is great for making roses and other flowers, but can be thinned down by adding a teaspoon of water at a time to get the consistency you need, for a medium icing for piping add an extra 1 teaspoon of water/milk. For a thin icing to put a base frosting on the cake, add 2 teaspoons of milk/water. I usually use a combination of almond and vanilla extract, and if you are maikng a pure white icing use a clear extract, Wilton do a range of these.

Provided by C.C619

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup Crisco, room temp
1/2 cup butter, room temp
1 teaspoon almond extract or 1 teaspoon butter flavor extract
2 tablespoons milk or 2 tablespoons water
4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 tablespoon meringue powder

Steps:

  • Cream the butter and crisco together.
  • Add the flavour extract and water.
  • Add dry ingredients 1 cup at a time and beat on medium until throughly mixed.
  • Beat for another 7-10 minutes till the icing is creamy and smooth.
  • Keep covered with a damp cloth while using and leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2 weeks.
  • This yields about 3 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1206.2, Fat 65.4, SaturatedFat 30.1, Cholesterol 82.8, Sodium 224.6, Carbohydrate 160, Sugar 156.9, Protein 0.7

WILTON BUTTERCREAM ICING



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Make and share this Wilton Buttercream Icing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by catdesales

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup vegetable shortening
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar (approximately 1 pound)
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Cream butter and shortening with electric mixer. Add vanilla. Gradually add sugar, one cup at a time, beating well on medium speed. Scrape sides and bottom of bowl often. When all sugar has been mixed, icing will appear dry. Add milk and beat at high speed until light and fluffy. Keep covered with damp cloth until ready for use. Refrigerate when not in use. Keeps for up to 2 weeks in airtight container. Rewhip before using.
  • Makes 3 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.9, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 24.8, Sodium 67.4, Carbohydrate 48, Sugar 47.1, Protein 0.2

WILTON BUTTERCREAM ICING



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Perfect for icing cakes and decorating :) Can sit out at room temperature. For thin (spreading) consistency icing, add 2 tablespoons light corn syrup, water or milk. For Pure White Icing (stiff consistency), omit butter; substitute an additional 1/2 cup shortening for butter and add 1/2 teaspoon No-Color Butter Flavor. Add up to 4 tablespoons light corn syrup, water or milk to thin for icing cakes

Provided by Your Mom

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup vegetable shortening
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In large bowl, cream shortening and butter with electric mixer.
  • Add vanilla. Gradually add sugar, one cup at a time, beating well on medium speed.
  • Scrape sides and bottom of bowl often.
  • When all sugar has been mixed in, icing will appear dry.
  • Add milk and beat at medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Keep bowl covered with a damp cloth until ready to use.
  • For best results, keep icing bowl in refrigerator when not in use. Refrigerated in an airtight container, this icing can be stored 2 weeks. Rewhip before using.
  • NOTE: Changes in Wilton's traditional recipes have been made due to Trans Fat Free Shortening replacing Hydrogenated Shortening.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1206.2, Fat 65.2, SaturatedFat 29.5, Cholesterol 82.8, Sodium 278.4, Carbohydrate 160.3, Sugar 156.7, Protein 0.7

Tips:

  • Always use unsalted butter, as salted butter can make the frosting too salty.
  • Let the butter and cream cheese come to room temperature before making the frosting. This will help them blend together smoothly.
  • Use a stand mixer or hand mixer to beat the frosting until it is light and fluffy. This will take several minutes.
  • Add the powdered sugar gradually, one cup at a time. This will help prevent the frosting from becoming too thick or lumpy.
  • If the frosting is too thick, add a little bit of milk or cream. If the frosting is too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
  • Flavor the frosting with vanilla extract, almond extract, or other flavorings, to taste.
  • Pipe the frosting onto cakes, cupcakes, or other desserts using a piping bag or a spoon.
  • Refrigerate the frosting for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help it set and firm up.

Conclusion:

Wilton buttercream icing is a delicious and versatile frosting that can be used to decorate cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts. It is easy to make and can be flavored with a variety of extracts and food colorings. With a few simple tips, you can make Wilton buttercream icing that is perfect for any occasion.

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