Ingredients
✅ 1 cup milk
✅ 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
✅ 1 cup granulated sugar
✅ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
✅ 1 cup shortening (or unsalted butter, softened)
Instructions
1️⃣ In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the milk and flour until smooth. Cook while stirring continuously until the mixture thickens (like a pudding).
2️⃣ Remove from heat and let it cool completely to room temperature. (Cooling is important to prevent melting the frosting.)
3️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, beat sugar and shortening (or butter) together until light and fluffy.
4️⃣ Add the cooled milk mixture and vanilla extract, then beat on high speed for about 5 minutes, until the frosting is light, fluffy, and spreadable.
5️⃣ Use immediately on cakes, cupcakes, or any dessert of your choice!