Flour Frosting (a.k.a. Ermine Frosting) Recipe

Name: Flour Frosting (a.k.a. Ermine Frosting) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 16
Ingredients: 1 ounce all-purpose flour (about 3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons; 28g); 6 ounces milk, any percentage will do (about 3/4 cup; 170g); 3 1/4 ounces (96g) plain or toasted sugar (see note); Heaping 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) Diamond Crystal kosher salt, plus more to taste; for table salt, use about half as much by volume or the same weight; 6 ounces (160g) unsalted butter, softened to about 65°F (18°C); 1/4 ounce vanilla extract (1 1/2 teaspoons; 7g), plus more to taste

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

Total Time

20m

This Flour Frosting, also known as Ermine Frosting, is a classic, creamy topping for cakes and cupcakes. With just a few simple ingredients including flour, milk, sugar, salt, butter, and vanilla extract, this frosting is easy to make and has a deliciously light, silky texture.