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Butter Frosing (with Variations) Recipe

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Step #1 In a large mixing bowl beat butter until fluffy.
Step #2 Gradually add 2 c of the powdered sugar, beating well.
Step #3 Slowly beat in 1/4 c milk & the vanilla extract.
Step #4 Gradually add in the remaining powdered sugar beating until mixd.
Step #5 If necessary, beat in a little extra milk to make frosting that is easy to spread.
Step #6 Tint with food coloring as desired, or use as a base for any of the variations.
Step #7 Transfer unused frosting to a storage container & chill for up to one week.
Step #8 Peanut Butter Crunch: Substitute creamy peanut butter for the butter.
Step #9 Sprinkle top sliced candy-coated peanut butter pieces or sliced peanuts over frosting.
Step #10 Maraschino Cherry: Substitute 3 Tablespoons maraschino juice for the milk, add 1/3 c sliced maraschino cherries with the cherry juice.
Step #11 Vanilla Polka Dot: Stir 2 to 3 Tablespoons candy sprinkles in the Butter Frosting before serving.
Step #12 Mini Mint Chip: Add 1/4 tsp mint extract & a few drops of green food coloring with the milk.
Step #13 Stir in 1/3 c miniature semi-sweet chocolate pieces before using.
Step #14 Chocolate Butter Frosting: Reduce powdered sugar to 4 c & add 1/2 c unsweetened cocoa powder along with the first 2 c powdered sugar.
Step #15 If desired, top this with chocolate curls.
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