Description
Vintage Ermine Frosting is a classic, silky-smooth buttercream made without powdered sugar. Instead, it starts with a milk and flour roux that’s whipped with butter and sugar for an incredibly creamy, lightly sweet frosting. Perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and spreading nostalgia.
Ingredients
1 cup whole milk
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 pinch salt (optional)
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the whole milk and flour over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook until the mixture thickens into a pudding-like consistency. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
2. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using a mixer until light and fluffy.
3. Gradually add the cooled milk-flour paste into the butter-sugar mixture while beating continuously.
4. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Beat until fluffy, smooth, and stable.
5. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Bring to room temp and re-whip before using.
Notes
Make sure both the milk-flour roux and the butter are at room temperature before mixing to avoid curdling.
For extra smoothness, strain the milk-flour mixture through a sieve before cooling.
Use full-fat milk for the best creamy texture and stability.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: vintage frosting, ermine, old-fashioned buttercream, red velvet frosting