How to make a piping cream for cake decorations etc.?

Question

I wanted to make a stiff cream for cake decoration etc. which can hold its shape. I have tried it many times but when i whip i am not able to get it stiff.
Also if anybody could help me which whip cream brand is good in India.

Answer 1

Here is the recipe I use. It's very easy.

Decorating Icing:

1 1/2 cups butter ( not margarine)
1/2 cup shortening ( I use Crisco)
4 cups icing sugar
1 egg white
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons milk

Cream butter and shortening together. Gradually add icing sugar, then egg white, then vanilla, then milk.
If it gets too soft while decorating, place it in the fridge for about 10 minutes to firm it up again.
I also use the gel to tint the icing, I have never tried the liquid food coloring.
Good luck!!

Answer 2

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