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Chocolate Cake Icing
This old-fashioned cake icing recipe captures the rich, smooth essence of classic American baking. Made with pantry staples like Crisco, canned milk, and cocoa powder, it's the kind of quick, go-to frosting that complements any homemade cake with creamy chocolate sweetness. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or just a nostalgic baking day, this icing is thick, spreadable, and beloved for its simplicity and rich flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 121 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ⅔ cup Crisco
  • 4 tbsp canned milk
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions
 

Step 1: Combine Base Ingredients

  • In a medium mixing bowl, add ½ cup Crisco, 4 tablespoons canned milk, and 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.

Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients

  • Stir in a dash of salt and gradually add 2 cups confectioners' sugar.

Step 3: Mix Until Smooth

  • Beat the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy, with no lumps. Use a hand mixer or whisk for best results.

Tips

  • Substitute butter for Crisco for a richer flavor.
  • Add ½ tsp vanilla extract for depth.
  • Use evaporated milk if canned milk isn’t available.
  • Add a bit more milk for a thinner consistency if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 121kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 51mgPotassium: 24mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 0.2IUVitamin C: 0.002mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.3mg
Keyword brown sugar frosting, cake icing, quick dinner
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