BAKERY FROSTING

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This recipe makes it easy to capture the fabulous flavor of cakes from the best bakeries. A big batch of this sweet frosting keeps for 3 months in the refrigerator. -Barbara Jones, Tower Hill, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

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Ingredients

2 cups shortening
1/2 cup powdered nondairy creamer
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 package (32 ounces) confectioners' sugar
1/2 to 3/4 cup water
Food coloring, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat the shortening, creamer and extract until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Add enough water to reach desired consistency. If desired, add food coloring. , Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. Bring to room temperature before spreading.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.