Silky, buttery, and not too sweet, this Brown Sugar Ermine Frosting is a classic cooked flour frosting with a caramel-like twist.Made by whipping a brown sugar and butter base with a thickened milk mixture, it turns out ultra-fluffy and perfectly pipeable.The brown sugar gives it a subtle toffee flavor that’s perfect for chocolate cake, spice cupcakes, or anything that could use a hint of brown sugar warmth.

If you’ve tried my Ermine Frosting before, this version has that same smooth texture with an extra depth of flavor from the brown sugar.Want to save this recipe?Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! Plus you’ll get new recipes from us every week!Email *Save Recipe What Is Ermine Frosting? Ermine frosting, also known as boiled milk frosting, flour frosting, heritage frosting, or even $300 frosting, is a light and fluffy butter-based frosting made with a cooked milk and flour mixture.Once cooled, that mixture is whipped with butter and sugar until smooth and creamy.

Unlike buttercream frosting made with confectioners’ sugar, ermine frosting has a silky texture and a mellow sweetness that pairs perfectly with rich cakes, especially classic red velvet cake! Once you try it, you will want to make my other flavors like lemon ermine frosting, chocolate ermine frosting, and strawberry ermine frosting! Ingredients & Substitutions Flour: Use all-purpose flour for best results.Cooking the flour with milk creates a thick base that sta

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