Fondant Frosting

This is a fluffy whipped frosting that is lovely on cakes. Makes enough to frost one 9x13 inch cake.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 236 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 egg whites
• ½ cup light corn syrup
• 3 cups white sugar
• ¾ cup water
• ⅛ teaspoon almond extract

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook sugar, corn syrup, and water in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves. Cover then cook for 2 to 3 minutes longer. Uncover and continue cooking to the firm ball stage 244 to 248 degrees F (118 to 120 degrees C). Remove from heat.n

Step 2

Beat egg whites in a large mixing bowl with the vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt until stiff but not dry.n

Step 3

Pour hot syrup in a slow, steady stream over beaten egg whites, beating constantly. Continue beating until frosting stands in peaks and begins to lose its gloss, about 10 minutes. If necessary, thin with a few drops of cream.n