Diana's Icing Recipe

Nostalgia in every bite! This isn't your average store-bought icing. Diana's legendary recipe, passed down through generations, delivers unbelievably fluffy and delicious frosting that's easier to make than you think. Get ready for the best homemade cakes of your life!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 954.4 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Diana's Icing

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How to Make Diana's Icing

  1. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened shortening and 1/2 cup of creamer using an electric mixer on low speed until light and fluffy.
  2. Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until well combined.
  3. Add 1/4 cup of water, then carefully add 2 more cups of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of almond extract, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Beat on medium speed until thoroughly combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  5. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat for 3 minutes. Check the consistency.
  6. For a thicker icing, add powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Once the desired consistency is achieved, beat on high speed for an additional 5 minutes to create a light and fluffy texture.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

483g

Fat

73g

Carbs

40g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Diana's Icing?

Diana's Icing takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Diana's Icing?

Diana's Icing has approximately 954.4 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 40 g carbohydrates and 82 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Diana's Icing?

The key ingredients for Diana's Icing are Shortening, Water, Powdered Coffee Creamer, Almond Extract, Salt, Powdered Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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