Not to be confused with evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk is very sweet (and very sticky) and used primarily in desserts.

Discover how to make a delicious frosting with just four ingredients. This easy recipe is perfect for topping your favorite cakes and adds a creamy, sweet touch that everyone will love.

1 can (14 ounce size) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup shortening
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup margarine (hard)
Cream together shortening and margarine until blended well. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk then vanilla. Frost a 9" cake.
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reviews & comments
August 3, 2018
I added Abuelita chocolate shavings and two small bars of Hersheyâs dark chocolate
December 13, 2017
I did not have any confectioners sugar in the house, the weather was bad and did not want to go out. I looked for a recipe requiring no confectioner sugar and found this one. I deviated by using 8oz. of cream cheese instead of shortening. This icing was the BOMB!!!
April 12, 2008
I tried this recipe last night and my clients raved about it. The only thing I added was 2 tblsp of confectioners sugar because I found the icing to be a bit greasy and wasn't holding a peak. Overall great base and less sweet than most!
March 5, 2008
Loved it! I usually find frostings too sweet... This is just right! Would recommend it.
May 14, 2007
I have used this recipe 2 times and I have gotten praise each time. I love baking cakes for any occasion but I was having trouble finding an icing recipe that I actually enjoyed. So, I looked up icings on google and got pointed to this site. I looked through the recipes and picked the easiest looking one. This is the one I picked and I am happy with my choice. I slightly strayed from the recipe to add in some cocoa. I know for a fact I will continue to use the recipe. Fantastic icing!