Frosting Mix Recipes

Each bag of our Frosting Mix starts includes easy-to-follow directions and is super versatile, too. Just add in a few kitchen staples like butter and dairy, plus a few flavor ingredients to create your own custom creations.

Even if you’re a baking newbie our mix will have you feeling like a top-tier pastry chef…just add a few simple ingredients, and voila! You’ve got yourself a batch of homemade, fresh frosting. Perfect to top cupcakes, cookies, cakes and more!


Buttercream Mix

Basic Recipe

Buttercream Mix
1 c. unsalted butter (room temp)
2 Tbsp. cream or milk
1 Tbsp. vanilla

Basic Directions

Step 1: Mix wet ingredients
Mix together the butter and eggs, add in vanilla.
Step 2: Add wet ingredients
Add in powdered sugar, meringue powder, and cream and mix on medium speed about 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Add color (optional)
Portion out into small bowls and add dye-free, natural food gel color. Add water in by the teaspoon to get desired consistency.
Step 4: Store
Store in sealed containers on the counter 2-3 days, fridge up to 2 weeks, or freezer 6 months.

Royal Icing Mix

Basic Recipe

Royal Icing Mix
1/3 cup water
1 Tbsp. vanilla

Basic Directions

Step 1: Mix ingredients
Mix together the mix and add water and vanilla.
Step 2: Mix
Beat together for 5 minutes until soft peaks form.
Step 3: Add color (optional)
Portion out into small bowls and add natural food gel color.
Add water in by the teaspoon to get desired consistency.
Step 4: Store
Store in sealed containers on the counter 1 week, fridge up to 2 weeks, or freezer 6 months.

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