Maple icing for cakes

Maple icing for cakes        (For 1 large cake):
Ingredients:
4 cups confectioners' sugar 
1 cup shortening or, margarine 
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon clear imitation vanilla extract
3 tablespoon of maple syrup

Method:
In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Beat on low speed to combine, then beat on medium speed for a full five minutes. It won't look like Icing at first, but keep the mixer going for a full five minutes, and then you're done! Now, using a rubber spatula decorate your favourite cake!