Dairy free frosting is the best frosting recipe around! Made with powdered sugar, soy milk, & coconut oil, it whips into a versatile frosting to use on cupcakes, cakes, or your favorite desserts.
⭐️Whip the coconut oil and almond. Add the coconut oil and almond extract to the bowl of the mixer. Whip for 1-2 minutes until it’s light and fluffy.
1/2 cup coconut oil, 1 teaspoon almond extract or clear vanilla extract
⭐️Add the other ingredients. Add the powdered sugar, soy milk, and salt. Slowly blend until powdered sugar is mixed in. Add more soy milk if the mixture is too thick, one tablespoon at a time. Turn mixer to high speed and whisk for 2-3 minutes or until the icing is light and fluffy.
Add to decorating bag. Place desired tip into the decorating bag. Fold the top of the bag over to avoid getting icing on the outside of the bag. Fill the bag with icing, just over half full. Twist the top and gently squeeze until icing comes out. Use as desired. Store in the refrigerator or freeze the leftovers.
Notes
Storage
This frosting will last up to 1 week in the fridge. Store in an air tight container then bring to room temperature before whipping back to the creamy consistency if needed.
Store in the freezer for up to 3 months in an air tight container. Thaw overnight then bring to room temperature. Whip in a stand mixer until the desired consistency is reached.
Tips
becomes too thick, thin by mixing 1-2 TBSP of soy milk into the bowl.
If the frosting become too thin, thicken by mixing 1/4 cup of powdered sugar into the bowl or tossing in the freezer for 10 minutes before piping.
Top dessert immediately after frosting with chopped nuts, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, sprinkles or fresh fruit if desired.
The almond extract can be replaced with vanilla extract. Peppermint extract makes a festive ingredient swap around the holidays.
Turn into a chocolate dairy free frosting by mixing in a 1 TBSP of cocoa powder.
If adding food coloring, opt for a gel or powdered version to prevent the frosting becoming too thin.
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