Bettina's Confectioner's Icing
This simple confectioner's icing recipe from 1900 creates a smooth and creamy frosting, perfect for cakes and other baked goods. The recipe combines cream, extracts, and powdered sugar to achieve a delightful sweetness and texture. This classic icing is easy to make and adds a touch of elegance to any dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Lemon extract
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
Instructions
- 1In a medium bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and lemon extract until well combined.
- 2Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream mixture, sifting it through a fine-mesh strainer to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the icing reaches a creamy consistency that is easily spreadable. You may need to add more powdered sugar than the recipe calls for to achieve the desired consistency.