Fluffy Egg-White Frosting
"This frosting reminds me of marshmallows--but not as sweet. It was originally part of another recipe, but I think it would be great on a variety of cakes. Active prep time includes cooking time."
photo by Sharlene~W
- Ready In:
- 15mins
- Ingredients:
- 5
- Serves:
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12
ingredients
- 1 1⁄2 cups sugar
- 2 egg whites, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons corn syrup
- 1⁄4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
directions
- In the top of a double boiler, combine sugar, egg whites,corn syrup, cream of tartar, and 1/3 cup water.
- Place over simmering water.
- Beat on high speed with handheld electric mixer until icing forms soft peaks, about 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and beat in vanilla.
- Continue beating 5 minutes, or just until stiff peaks form.
- Spread on cooled cake immediately.
- Makes enough to frost a 2-3 layer cake.
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Reviews
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This tasted exactly like marshmallow cream. I was going to use it on chocolate cupcakes but changed my mind because it just wasn't what I was looking for. This tasted great, and I'm sure I will use it for something sooner or later. Just isn't the right frosting for cake in my opinion. Thanks Sharlene~W!
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Sharlene~W
Campbell, California
I live in the San Francisco area and love it here. I discovered Recipezaar (then Food.com..Genius Kitchen) in 2001 and have been so happy to have my favorite recipes stored safely here. I am mother to 7 and grandmother to 7.
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