The best creamy vanilla frosting recipe (no powdered sugar)

Step 1

Gather all your ingredients together.

Step 2

Place sugar, flour, and salt into a medium pan. To combine.

Step 3

Add milk and vanilla to the sugar mixture, and stir to combine. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture boils. Continue cooking while stirring constantly for one to two more minutes until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.

Step 4

Pour into a bowl and place plastic wrap directly on top of the mixture to prevent skin from forming. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Using a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment or a hand-held mixer, beat the room temperature butter at medium speed until it is a pale and fluffy creamy consistency

Step 6

At low speed, add the room-temperature cooked flour mixture one tablespoon at a time. Incorporate well after each edition. Add the vanilla extract and beat for two to three minutes until smooth and fluffy.

Step 7

Use immediately or store the frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Re-whip before using.