Mama'S Old-Timey Icing
A nostalgic, creamy vanilla frosting with a smooth, thick texture, perfect for layering on cakes and appealing to those who enjoy classic homemade sweets.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix flour and milk in a saucepan and cook until thick.
- Cover and refrigerate until cooled.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the shortening, sugar, vanilla, and melted margarine until thick and creamy.
- Add the chilled milk and flour mixture from the refrigerator and whip for about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Spread over cooled cake.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
690
kcal
35% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Contains
Milk
Wheat/Gluten
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).