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7 Minute Frosting

Marla Hingley
Thick, rich, creamy and sweet. The perfect marshmallow-style frosting.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Total Time 12 mins
Servings 16

Ingredients
  

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 3/4 cups sugar or less to taste
  • 5 Tbsp cold water
  • ¼ tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions
 

  • In the top of a double boiler (with water simmering and not touching bottom of bowl), combine egg whites, sugar, water, and cream of tartar. Continuously beat with an electric mixer for 7 minutes until thick (or can whisk by hand).
  • Remove from heat and add vanilla, and beat until glossy and fluffy, another minute.

Notes

As this frosting sets it will form a light crust on the surface, so be sure to add any sprinkles or any other toppings you desire immediately after you frost your desserts. Makes about 2 cups
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