Fluffy Frosting

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 2 egg whites
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Directions

Combine sugar, water, and cream of tartar in a heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, without stirring, until mixture reaches thread stage (232 degrees).

Beat egg whites (at room temperature) until soft peaks form; continue to beat, slowly adding syrup mixture. Add flavorings; beat well.

Submitted 6/13/05.
Source: Southern Heritage Cakes Cookbook
Submitted By: Linda Wilson
lwilson@gatecom.com
Fluffy Frosting