Mocha Fudge Icing
Source of Recipe
Twinkee the kid
List of Ingredients
6 T. milk
1 T. instant coffee powder
1 1/2 lbs. powdered sugar -- (6 cups) approximately
3/4 c unsweetened cocoa powder -- see note
3/4 c shortening
Recipe
Heat milk in a glass measuring cup in the microwave or in a small pot on the stovetop until warm. Stir in coffee powder; let coffee dissolve. Pour sugar into large bowl of an electric mixer. Stir in cocoa powder until well blended.
Pour in milk; beat on low speed until sugar is moistened.
Gradually add shortening, beating on medium speed. When all shortening is incorporated, turn speed to high and beat 3 to 4 minutes longer. If necessary, add more sugar to thicken icing. Add more milk or water if icing is too thick.
Yield: Enough to fill and frost two 9-inch layers.
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