Best Frosting Ever
This Ultimate Frosting Recipe, also known as Ermine Frosting, is celebrated for its airy texture, silky consistency, and reliability. Its signature smoothness comes from cooking milk and flour into a thick base before blending it with butter and sugar for a flawless finish.
Ultimate Frosting (Cooked Flour Frosting)
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 5 tablespoons |
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Unsalted butter (softened) | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
Instructions:
Step 1: Combine Flour and Milk
In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together 5 tablespoons of flour and 1 cup of milk until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
Step 2: Cook Until Thickened
Set the pan over medium heat and stir constantly as it cooks. Continue until the mixture becomes thick and bubbly, forming a smooth paste.
Step 3: Cool Completely
Remove from heat and allow the paste to cool entirely to room temperature before proceeding.
Step 4: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until pale, light, and fluffy.
Step 5: Blend in the Cooked Mixture
Add the cooled flour-milk paste to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat on medium-high speed for about 3–5 minutes, or until everything is fully combined, smooth, and whipped to a silky texture.
Step 6: Add Vanilla
Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, beating until the flavor is evenly incorporated.
Step 7: Frost and Enjoy
Spread this creamy frosting generously over your favorite cakes or cupcakes — smooth, light, and absolutely delicious!
