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7-Minute Frosting (Foolproof Recipe)

What You Need to Make 7-Minute Frosting

Sugar 2 eggs (for the whites only) Cream of tartar Salt Vanilla

Place all ingredients into a thick-bottomed saucepot, starting with the sugar, then add salt, cream of tartar and egg whites.

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Finally, add the water.  Tip: We don’t add the vanilla extract until the end.

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Place this mixture over medium-low heat. Beat it constantly for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until sugar dissolves and stiff peaks form.

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Fold in the vanilla extract. Ice your cake with this 7-minute frosting and you’re good to go.

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