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7 Minute Frosting (No Corn Syrup)

erynwhalen
A light, fluffy frosting made with just a few ingredients. No corn syrup or marshmallow cream—just real, simple goodness.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 15 2 tablespoon servings
Calories 80 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large egg whites room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup water
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • Dash of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • In a heatproof mixing bowl (or stand mixer bowl), combine egg whites, sugar, water, cream of tartar, and salt. Whisk to combine.
  • Set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (top of a double boiler) and whisk constantly until the mixture reaches 140°F. The sugar should be dissolved and the mixture foamy.
  • Immediately move the bowl to a stand mixer and whip with the whisk attachment on high speed for 7 minutes, or until the frosting has a fluffy texture, stiff peaks, and the bowl is no longer warm.
  • Add the vanilla extract and beat for another 30 seconds to finish.

Notes

  • Clean equipment is key: Any trace of grease or oil in your bowl will stop the egg whites from whipping properly. Use glass or stainless steel for best results.
  • Watch the temperature: Heating the mixture to around 140°F ensures the sugar dissolves and gives you that glossy, stable meringue texture.
  • Use it right away: This frosting is at its fluffiest when fresh—spread it on cakes or cupcakes as soon as it’s done for the prettiest finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 0.4gFat: 0.1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 16mgSugar: 20gCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.02mg
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