A French buttercream frosting made with heavy cream, butter, shortening, confectioners' sugar and flour can be used to ice cakes and write on them, according to a recipe that yields 12 servings.
The method starts by mixing 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream with 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour in a small bowl. The mixture is heated in the microwave for 45 seconds on high, then set aside to cool.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine 1 cup unsalted butter, 0.5 cup shortening, 2 cups confectioners' sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 0.25 teaspoon butter flavored extract. Beat on low until combined, then on medium speed for 6 to 8 minutes.
Add the cooled heavy cream mixture and beat on medium speed for another 10 minutes. The recipe notes the mixture will appear soupy at first but will become fluffy.
Each serving contains 334 kcal calories, 28 g fat, 22 g carbs and 1 g protein, according to the provided nutrition facts.
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