*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                            Mocha Fudge Icing

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Desserts

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   6      tablespoons   milk
   1      tablespoon    instant coffee powder
   1 1/2  pounds        powdered sugar -- (6 cups)
                        approximately
     3/4  cup           unsweetened cocoa powder -- see note
     3/4  cup           shortening

Heat milk in a glass measuring cup in the microwave or in a small pot on
 the stovetop until warm. Stir in coffee powder; let coffee dissolve
. Pour sugar into large bowl of an electric mixer.
 Stir in cocoa powder until well blended.
 Pour in milk; beat on low speed until sugar is moistened.
 Gradually add shortening, beating on medium speed.
 When all shortening is incorporated, turn speed to high and beat
 3 to 4 minutes longer.
 If necessary, add more sugar to thicken icing. 
Add more milk or water if icing is too thick. 
Yield: Enough to fill and frost two 9-inch layers. 

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