Poor Man's Cooked Frosting
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of "Poor Man's Cooked Frosting," a silky-smooth and budget-friendly icing that turns simple ingredients into a decadent treat. This old-fashioned frosting combines pantry staples like granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and whole milk, cooked to a luxurious, pudding-like consistency before being whipped with creamy butter and fragrant vanilla extract. With its light, fluffy texture and not-too-sweet flavor, this frosting is perfect for cakes, cupcakes, or any dessert needing a touch of homespun elegance. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is a timeless favorite for anyone seeking a deliciously affordable frosting option.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2.5 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and all-purpose flour. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well blended.
Step 2
Gradually add the milk to the sugar and flour mixture, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring continuously, until it thickens and comes to a gentle boil. This will take about 7-10 minutes, and the mixture should resemble a thick pudding-like consistency.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool completely to room temperature. To speed up the cooling process, you may transfer it to a bowl and cover it with plastic wrap, ensuring the wrap touches the surface to prevent a film from forming.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until it is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Step 6
Once the cooked mixture is completely cool, add it to the creamed butter one spoonful at a time, beating continuously on medium speed.
Step 7
After all of the cooked mixture has been incorporated, add the vanilla extract and continue to beat the frosting on high speed until it becomes fluffy and smooth.
Step 8
Use immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Be sure to bring frosting to room temperature and rewhip before using.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (703.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2691.0 |
| Total Fat 200.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 126.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 545.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 126.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 226.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 212.5g | |
| Protein 11.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 107.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 353.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 445.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories