Mint Frosting
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5
Mint Frosting
Description
Mint Frosting blends a large quantity of powdered sugar with softened unsalted butter and mint extract to create a sweet, mint-flavored icing. The ingredients are mixed on medium speed until light and fluffy before milk is added gradually to adjust spreadability. The green hue is achieved with drops of green food coloring, added cautiously to reach the preferred shade without overwhelming the texture.
This frosting is ideal for topping baked goods, providing a smooth, creamy surface with a fresh mint taste. The balance allows the mint flavor to be noticeable but not overpowering, complementing various dessert bases.
Ingredients
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups butter softened, unsalted
- 1 teaspoon mint extract
- 4-6 green food coloring drops
- 1/4 cup milk , additional in necessary
Instructions
- To your stand mixer add the powdered sugar, butter and mint extract on medium speed until light and fluffy then add in the milk 1 tablespoon at a time until the frosting can be spread easily with a spatula.
- Add in the color until it reaches the color green you like one drop at a time while on medium speed.
Notes
- Gradually add milk to adjust frosting consistency for easier spreading or piping.
- Add green food coloring one drop at a time to control color intensity without altering texture.
- Use unsalted, softened butter for a clean base that lets mint flavor shine.
- Light mixing ensures a fluffy texture ideal for spreading or decorating.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 163 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 163kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 4mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 160IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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