Ermine Frosting

 
Ermine Frosting also known as milk frosting flour buttercream flour frosting or 300 Dollar Frosting is a silky smooth frosting made from a cooked milk and flour mixture sugar and butter. It is made without eggs and is traditionally used to frost red velvet cake. But dont stop there its light and airy texture is perfect as a topping for a variety of cakes and cupcakes.
Ingredients Substitutions
Milk For a richer and creamier frosting use whole milk or 2 milk. If substituting milk that is lower in fat the frosting may be less creamy and more watery. You can also opt for nondairy milk such as coconut milk.

Flour Use allpurpose flour for best results. Cooking the flour with milk forms a roux that results in a more stable frosting. It also ensures that the flour has been fully cooked.
Butter Butter is an essential ingredient in ermine frosting as it adds flavor and creates a smooth and creamy texture. Use unsalted butter for the best results.
Sugar Its important to use granulated sugar in ermine frosting. It gets creamed with butter before the cooled milk mixture is added to it.
Vanilla Vanilla extract is added to the frosting to enhance the flavor. However you could leave it out if you dont have any on hand. Or try adding almond extract or citrus zest for a different flavor profile.
What is the Difference Between Ermine Frosting and Buttercream?
Although both are popular types of frosting Ermine frosting and buttercream differ in a few ways. First of all ermine frosting is made with a cooked mixture of flour and milk creating a roux. There is no cooking in buttercream. Another difference is the sugar used. Granulated sugar is added to ermine frosting with confectioners sugar is usually used in buttercream. Finally ermine icing has a silkier texture when compared with buttercreams more dense consistency.
How to Store Ermine Frosting
Ermine frosting should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will last up to a week. When ready to use let it sit out at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Then rewhip it to restore its smooth texture. This frosting can be frozen for up to 3 months but freezing it could affect the texture. When thawed whip it up to restore its texture.
Chocolate Ermine
Just in case you want a chocolate version of this frosting! Chocolate Ermine is a beautiful addition to any cake!