Vanilla Almond Buttercream Frosting

Ingredients

• 2 ounces butter
• 1 egg white
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond or rose extract
• 1 pound powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon boiling water (if needed)

Method

1. 1 Wash salt from butter and beat until creamy.
2. 2 Add egg white and beat until the mixture fluffs up.
3. 3 Mix in vanilla extract, almond or rose extract, and powdered sugar.
4. 4 Beat thoroughly to blend; add boiling water if the icing is too thick.
5. 5 Spread between cake layers or use to ice the cake.
6. 6 Optional: Cover with chopped nuts or toasted coconut.