Fluffy Milk Powder Frosting

Name: Fluffy Milk Powder Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Française
Ingredients: 120 g instant whole milk powder; 120 g (1 cup) powdered sugar, sifted; 200 ml (¾ cup) ice-cold water; 1 tablespoon food-grade emulsifier

By Marie Lefebvre · Updated October 10, 2026

A light, glossy frosting that comes together in minutes using just a few pantry staples. It whips up brilliantly white and incredibly voluminous, making it easy to tint any color you like. Budget-friendly and fridge-stable, it holds its shape perfectly at room temperature.

Prep⏱️ 15 min

Servings👥 4 servings

Difficulty📊 Very Easy

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🛒 Ingredients

4 servings

120 g instant whole milk powder
120 g (1 cup) powdered sugar, sifted
200 ml (¾ cup) ice-cold water
1 tablespoon food-grade emulsifier

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Directions

1
Add all ingredients to the bowl of a stand mixer at once.
2
Beat on high speed for 5–8 minutes until the frosting is very white, stiff and has tripled in volume.
3
Tint with gel food coloring if desired and use immediately to frost a medium to large cake.

💡 Chef's Tip

Make sure the water is very cold — add a few ice cubes before measuring — for the best volume and stability. This frosting holds beautifully at room temperature and does not need refrigeration once applied.