CUPCAKE ICING FOR A CROWD

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield about 8 cups, enough for at least 6 dozen cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 pounds confectioners' sugar (3 boxes)
1/4 cup whole milk, at room temperature
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Food coloring, such as yellow, blue, and red, or your favorite

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a large electric mixer, using the paddle attachment, whip the butter on high speed until very soft. Meanwhile, place a large sheet of parchment paper on a work surface. Using a large sifter, sift a pound of confectioners' sugar onto the parchment. This helps prevent clumping, and makes the mixing easier. Lower the speed of the mixer, and, using the parchment as a funnel, pour the sugar into the bowl and mix slowly until combined. Add the milk and mix until combined. Sift the second pound of sugar onto the parchment sheet. Again at low speed, add the sugar and mix well. Once combined, sift the remaining sugar and add it with the vanilla and mix. Once it is combined, turn the mixer speed up and beat the icing until very light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • If desired, divide the icing into smaller batches and color with food coloring.
  • Spread the icing on cooled cupcakes while at room temperature. Refrigerate any leftover icing, but be sure to let it come back to room temperature before using. Re-whip the icing to make it fluffy again.

BRIAN KALAMA
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I made this icing for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success. The kids loved it and I got rave reviews from the parents. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Ritesh Rawal
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This icing was a disaster! It was too runny and didn't hold its shape at all. I had to throw it away and start over.


Isabella Bartner
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I love this icing! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've used it on cupcakes, cakes, and even cookies. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Fran Tedder
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This icing is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Nomiha amin
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I followed the recipe exactly and my icing turned out perfect. It was the perfect consistency and it tasted delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Sudhair Ali
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This icing is amazing! It's so light and fluffy, and it tastes like heaven. I will definitely be making this again.


donnice johnson
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I made this icing for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success. The kids loved it and I got rave reviews from the parents. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


High Drok
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This icing was a disaster! It was too runny and didn't hold its shape at all. I had to throw it away and start over.


zwivhuya munyai
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I love this icing! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've used it on cupcakes, cakes, and even cookies. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Faisal Ahmed Memon
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This icing was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Moh Duulaaye
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I followed the recipe exactly and my icing turned out perfect. It was the perfect consistency and it tasted delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Bikram Gurung
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This icing is amazing! It's so light and fluffy, and it tastes like heaven. I will definitely be making this again.


Iminathi Boto
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I made this icing for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success. The kids loved it and I got rave reviews from the parents. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Joo Soup
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This icing was a disaster! It was too runny and didn't hold its shape at all. I had to throw it away and start over.


Michael Walton
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I love this icing! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've used it on cupcakes, cakes, and even cookies. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jamil Ah
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This icing was a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Hillary Ochieng
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I've tried many cupcake icing recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and fluffy, and it holds its shape perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Tandica Bailey
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This icing was a huge hit at my party! It was so easy to make and turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.