3 c. confectioners sugar
1/4 c. cocoa
1/3 c. butter
2 1/2 to 3 tsp. instant coffee granules
2 tbsp. hot water
2 or 3 tbsp. milk
1 tsp. vanilla

Combine confectioners sugar and cocoa. Cream butter with 1/2 cup cocoa mixture in small bowl. Combine instant coffee and hot water until dissolved. Add remaining cocoa mixture alternately with coffee and milk; beat until spreading consistency. Blend in vanilla.

Makes about 2 1/4 cups frosting.