The Famous $300 Frosting (Old-Fashioned Cooked Frosting)

 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole milk
• 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk and flour until smooth.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
3. Remove from heat and let cool completely. This step is crucial—do not rush it.
4. In a large bowl, beat the butter, sugar, and vanilla until pale, fluffy, and smooth.
5. Add the cooled milk mixture to the butter mixture.
6. Beat on medium-high speed for a full 5 minutes, until the frosting becomes light, silky, and cloud-soft.

What Makes This Frosting Special

• Not overly sweet
• Ultra-smooth and creamy
• Spreads like a dream
• Perfect for layer cakes, cupcakes, or vintage desserts

This is the frosting that makes people pause after the first bite…
Then ask questions.

Pro Tips

• Make sure the cooked milk mixture is completely cool before mixing. Any warmth will melt the butter.
• Beat longer than you think you need to—the texture transforms in the last minute.
• Pairs beautifully with chocolate cake, red velvet, yellow cake, or coconut cake.