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5 from 4 votes

Easy Coconut Frosting

Have you ever wondered how to make coconut frosting? I have a simple yet AMAZING recipe for the easiest coconut frosting!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy Coconut Frosting
Author: Amanda Rettke

Ingredients

  • 4 oz egg whites
  • 2 cups (220g) confectioners sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Pure Coconut Extract
  • 1 lb (4 sticks, 452g) softened unsalted butter

Instructions

  • Add pasteurized egg whites and confectioners sugar to stand mixer fitted with paddle attachment.
  • Turn mixer on low, let ingredients come together. Then turn on high speed for 3-5 minutes, or until egg whites and sugar are fully incorporated.
  • With mixer off, add in the extract and mix on low speed until just combined.
  • Now start adding in butter, about 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) at a time. After each addition, let the mixer run of medium-high speed until the butter is mostly incorporated. It can take about 3-4 minutes just to add in the butter.
  • Once all the butter is added, turn the mixer on high speed and let it whip for at least 5 minutes. (I have let it go for as long as 10)

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