Vanilla "Buttercream" Icing

Yum Yum Icing!!

This recipe makes enough for a 9" layered cake; for both frosting and the filling.

Ingredients:

• 2/3 cup softened vegan margarine (Earth Balance, Soy Garden)
• 4 cups powdered icing sugar
• 1/4 cup vanilla soy or rice milk
• 2 tsp vanilla

Optional:

• 1/3 cup shredded coconut
• 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Method:

In a large bowl beat margarine with an electric mixer for 30 seconds. With beaters going, slowly add powdered sugar, almond milk, and vanilla and beat for 2 to 3 minutes until light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and beat an additional 30 seconds.

For the filling, transfer one-third of the frosting to a small bowl, add the coconut and nuts and stir well to combine.

Source: VegNews Magazine; October 2008, pg.65