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Yes, Icing is made mainly out of icing sugar, water and food colouring, while

Frosting is made with a bit of butter, buttermilk and has a creamier, smoother consistency. Frosting tends to not have such a sugary taste, and has more flavour - Chocolate, Strawberry, Coffee etc.

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What is similar between icing and frosting?

In the UK, icing and frosting both mean the same thing - they are used interchangeably.


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Can icing be used to decorate a birthday cake?

Icing or frosting can be used to decorate a birthday cake.


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