Whimsical Bakehouse Buttercream

• 6 c powdered sugar
• 1 t vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/2 t salt
• 2 3/4 c high ratio shortening
• 6 oz butter, soft (1.5 sticks)

1. Combine sugar and vanilla.
2. Add boiling water and salt; whip at low speed until smooth and cool.
3. Add shortening and butter; whip until smooth.
4. Whip on med-high until light and fluffy, doubled in size, about 10-20 minutes. The buttercream will almost fill a 5 quart mixing bowl.

Untested Recipe. Source: http://baking911.com/frosting-etc/buttercream-general/whimsical-bakehouse-buttercream-0