Comes together in minutes.

Itll be your go-to frosting!

The ingredients can be counted on one hand, and it can be made in 10 minutes.

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Rewhip the previously frozen frosting to make it fluffy and spreadable.

While the cake should be cool, the frosting should be room temperature.

Use a spatula to scrape away most of that layer.

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You dont need a fancy tool to make the outer layer look decorativea spoon is all you need.

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A covered, frosted cake can stay at a cool room temperature for four to five days.

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After that, put it in the refrigerator (know that this will dry out the cake).

Add 2 cups of the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of the heavy cream.

Add the vanilla and salt and beat to combine.

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You want it to hold a peak but be soft enough to spread with little effort.

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