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YIELD: 1½ CUPS This frosting is best used right after preparing, since as it cools, it hardens into a fantastically light and airy, candy-like topping. ________________________________________________________________ Ingredients 1 cup vegan marshmallows, such as Dandies 1 tablespoon non dairy margarine 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder 2 cups confectioners sugar 1 tablespoon non-dairy milk ________________________________________________________________ Directions In …

YIELD: COVERS 12 CUPCAKES This rich and velvety frosting is reminiscent of sweet and salty caramel candies, without the need to slave over the stove. Even though this frosting goes stunningly with the recommended Bourbon Caramel Cupcakes, this also tastes fantastic on chocolate cake. For an over-the-top treat, try it slathered on top of my …

YIELD: TOPS 1 GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE This sweet coconutty icing makes an apropos topper for German Chocolate Cake, but it’s just as scrumptious in other applications as well! Try it atop a big scoop of Vanilla Soft Serve. ________________________________________________________________ Ingredients ½ cup agave ¾ cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons non dairy milk 1 cup pecans, …

YIELD: 2 CUPS Better than the stuff from a can, but just as addictive. Top your favorite cupcakes or use them as a filling-in between cookies, like the Vanilla Wafers. ________________________________________________________________ Ingredients ⅔ cup cocoa powder ⅓ cup non hydrogenated shortening ¼ cup softened non dairy margarine ¼ cup non dairy milk 2½ cups confectioner’s …

YIELD: 1¼ CUPS A foolproof recipe with a tangy twist. Feel free to sub in 1 cup Sweet Cashew Cream + 1 teaspoon lemon juice in place of the vegan cream cheese. To make a drizzly glaze rather than a fluffy frosting, simply thin with 2 to 3 tablespoons non-dairy milk and 1 teaspoon agave …

 YIELD: 2 CUPS Use this classic frosting to fill Whoopie Pies, cupcakes, and more. This frosting can easily be made up to 1 week ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before use. Be sure to thaw to room temperature before using. ________________________________________________________________ Ingredients 2 cups confectioners sugar 1 cup non hydrogenated shortening ¼ …

YIELD: 4 CUPS A standard in any dessert lover’s arsenal, this recipe works exceptionally well with either margarine or coconut oil. If you opt for the latter, add a pinch of salt and keep slightly chilled. ________________________________________________________________ Ingredients 6 tablespoons non dairy margarine or coconut oil (cold) 6 cups confectioners sugar 2 to 3 teaspoons …