Vanilla Frosting

N/A (Proprietary Blend) Frosting, Confectionery

Vanilla Frosting Frosting, Confectionery

At a Glance

  • Category Frosting, Confectionery

The Forktionary Angle

"Classic Sweet Finish"

Definition

A sweet, creamy confection made from powdered sugar, butter or shortening, vanilla, and liquid, used to coat cakes and cupcakes.

Ideal Application Temperature Room temperature
Primary Sweetener Powdered Sugar
Typical Coverage (per tub) 12 cupcakes or 1 layer cake

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Vanilla Frosting are:

Sweet Creamy Vanilla

Chef’s Secret

To make canned frosting taste homemade, whip it with a tablespoon of softened cream cheese, a pinch of salt, and a splash of milk or heavy cream.

Best Substitutes

Cream Cheese Frosting

tangier
Ratio 1:1

Whipped Cream

lighter
Ratio 1:1

Glaze

thinner
Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Check for buttercream" style for richness or "whipped" for lightness. Ingredient quality matters."

Recipes Using Vanilla Frosting

Course Holiday Event Cakes Cuisine

Cake From Portal

Recreate the iconic (and fictional!) cake from the hit game Portal! This recipe playfully takes inspiration from the game's infamous cake, promising a delicious reality in place of the in-game deception. Get ready for a fun and flavorful baking adventure – perfect for gamers and bakers alike!

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Eggs Time To Make Bar Cookies Main Ingredient

Beautiful Blondies

Indulge in these unbelievably easy and delicious vanilla blondies! This recipe delivers a melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistible sweetness, perfect for any occasion. Forget complicated brownie recipes – this is the ultimate shortcut to baking bliss!

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Holiday Event Occasion Course Desserts

April Fools Day Cheeseburger Cake

Trick your friends and family with this hilarious and surprisingly delicious Cheeseburger Cake! Perfect for April Fools' Day or any occasion when you want to serve a fun, unexpected dessert that tastes like dinner. This savory-sweet masterpiece features a juicy burger-flavored cake layered with creamy cheese frosting and all the classic burger toppings.

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Desserts 30 Minutes Or Less For Large Groups Course

Cheeseburger Cookies And Fries

These aren't your average school lunch treats! These epic Cheeseburger Cookies and Fries were a legendary birthday tradition for my 5 kids – and their friends still rave about them! Imagine the ultimate cheeseburger, perfectly recreated in cookie form, served alongside crispy, salty fries. This fun, creative recipe is perfect for birthday parties, school events, or just a ridiculously fun family dinner. Get ready to be amazed – and prepare for a stampede of hungry fans!

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