Description
Ultimate Ermine Frosting is a light, airy, and fluffy frosting made by cooking a milk and flour base to a pudding-like consistency before combining it with butter and sugar. This classic frosting provides a smooth, less sweet alternative to traditional buttercream, perfect for frosting cakes and cupcakes with a delicate vanilla flavor and velvety texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Cook the Flour Mixture: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the flour and whole milk until smooth. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely to room temperature.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 5 minutes. This creates the base for your frosting’s smooth texture.
- Combine Mixtures: Once the flour mixture has cooled, gradually add it to the butter mixture, starting with a tablespoon at a time, mixing on low speed to prevent lumps. After incorporation, increase the speed to medium and beat for an additional 5 minutes until the frosting is airy and fluffy.
- Add Flavor and Seasoning: Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to enhance the taste and balance the sweetness. Mix until fully combined.
- Use or Store: Use the frosting immediately to frost cakes or cupcakes for a fresh, creamy finish. Alternatively, store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. If chilled, rewhip before use to restore its light, fluffy texture.
Notes
- Allow the flour and milk base to cool completely before mixing with butter to avoid melting the butter and ruining the texture.
- Rewhip the frosting after refrigeration to bring back its fluffy consistency.
- This frosting is less sweet compared to traditional buttercream, making it perfect for those who prefer a lighter frosting.
- Ensure constant whisking when cooking the flour mixture to prevent lumps and sticking.
- Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness and allow the frosting flavors to shine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Stovetop and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (about 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Ermine frosting, boiled milk frosting, classic frosting, cake frosting, buttercream alternative, light frosting, vanilla frosting
