Fluffy 7 Minute Frosting

Caryn's Note:

This was my absolute favorite frosting when I was growing up. It is so light, fluffy and fat-free too.

• Total Time: 12 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 7 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 12

Yield: 1.0 frosted ...

• 1 ½ cups sugar
• ¼ cup water
• 2 egg whites
• 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions:

1. Combine sugar, water, egg whites, corn syrup, and salt in the top of a double boiler; blend.
2. Place over simmering water.
3. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture constantly at high speed for 7 minutes or until the mixture triples in volume and holds firm peaks.
4. Remove from heat; beat in vanilla.
5. Spread on cooled 2 layer cake.

Reviews

[knitterstitcher]

Without a doubt, the most beautiful frosting I've ever made. The consistency is so fluffy it smooths out all my sloppy knife strokes and looks like something out of a magazine! I had to cook/whip mine for about 15 minutes (maybe a few more actually) so it had me worried for a few minutes there. Came out beautifully, though. It's not as sweet as some other recipes, but it has a lovely flavor, and everyone raved about it. Again, it's stunningly beautiful--shiny, satiny finish. Will definitely make again.

[drinkmore]

I love this frosting! I still had sugar undissolved after it was beat for 10 minutes, this is probably due to the bowl I had this in. Put this on my son's 1st birthday cupcakes and had more than enough. Thanks!

[Smile1968]

YUMMY! Thanks for the great recipe. DELICIOUS!