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Coffee icing recipe with instant coffee

Coffee icing recipe with instant coffee

Morgan James Eckroth
This coffee icing recipe with instant coffee is a delicious and easy-to-make icing that adds a rich coffee flavor to any dessert. Made with simple ingredients, it's perfect for coffee lovers who also have a sweet tooth.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, European, and Asian.
Servings 12 cupcakes can be covered in icing
Calories 75 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 electric mixer or stand mixer
  • 1 Measuring cup
  • 1 Measuring spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
  • Using an electric mixer or stand mixer, mix the ingredients until they are smooth and creamy.
  • Add the instant coffee to the mixture and mix again until it's well incorporated.
  • Use the coffee icing to decorate your favorite desserts and enjoy!

Notes

Nutritional Values:
The nutritional values for this recipe will vary depending on the amount of icing used per serving. However, each tablespoon of this coffee icing contains approximately 75 calories, 4 grams of fat, and 9 grams of sugar.
Additional Notes/Tips:
For a stronger coffee flavor, you can add more instant coffee to the recipe. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of instant coffee used. Additionally, you can also add a splash of milk or cream to the icing to give it a creamier texture.
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