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Easy Petit Fours Frosting Recipe

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Classical Homemaking Super Easy Petits Fours
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Description

Petit fours are small, bite-sized cakes that are perfect for serving at parties or events. They are typically decorated with a thin layer of frosting or icing and topped with various decorations such as sprinkles or edible flowers. This easy petit fours frosting recipe is perfect for anyone who wants to make their own petit fours at home.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula

Method

  1. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth.
  2. Add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, and mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Add the milk and vanilla extract, and mix until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
  4. If desired, add food coloring to the frosting and mix until the desired color is achieved.
  5. Use a spatula to spread the frosting onto the petit fours.
  6. Decorate the petit fours as desired with sprinkles, edible flowers, or other decorations.

Notes

This petit fours frosting recipe is easy to customize. If you want a thicker frosting, add more powdered sugar. If you want a thinner frosting, add more milk. You can also adjust the amount of vanilla extract to suit your taste.

Nutrition Info

This petit fours frosting recipe makes enough frosting for approximately 24 petit fours. The nutrition information per serving (1 petit four) is as follows:
  • Calories: 120
  • Total Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Sodium: 2mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Sugars: 16g
  • Protein: 0g

Recipes FAQ

What are petit fours?

Petit fours are small, bite-sized cakes that are typically decorated with frosting or icing and other decorations such as sprinkles, edible flowers, or fruit.

What kind of frosting is used for petit fours?

A thin layer of frosting or icing is typically used for petit fours. This easy petit fours frosting recipe is perfect for making at home.

Can I customize this frosting recipe?

Yes, this petit fours frosting recipe is easy to customize. You can adjust the amount of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to suit your taste. You can also add food coloring to achieve the desired color.

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure the butter is softened before starting the recipe. This will ensure that it blends smoothly with the powdered sugar.
  • If the frosting is too thick, add more milk. If it is too thin, add more powdered sugar.
  • If you want a more vibrant color, add a few drops of food coloring at a time until the desired shade is achieved.
  • Be sure to decorate the petit fours before the frosting sets, as it will become harder to work with once it has dried.
  • Store the petit fours in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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