1/3 to 1/2 Dutch cocoa ***
4 1/2 to 5 cups sifted powdered sugar ****
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
4 to 6 tbsp whole milk
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
3/4 tsp almond extract
Beat all the ingredients on medium speed until light and fluffy.
*** You can use regular cocoa but the flavor will not be as pronounced. Use the lesser amount if you
prefer a milder cocoa taste.
**** Start with 4 1/2 cups. If more is need to make a spreading consistency, then you may add more
powdered sugar.
