confectioner
noun
con·fec·tion·er
kən-ˈfek-sh(ə-)nər 
: a manufacturer of or dealer in confections
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Set aside In a separate bowl, whip the cream with the cornstarch and confectioner’s sugar.
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Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Scoop it after it was done refrigerating and then rolled it in confectioner sugar and baked them.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 June 2026
She’s also worked as a banquet waitress, line cook and confectioner.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2026
In a small bowl, cream butter; gradually add confectioner's sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
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Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Scoop it after it was done refrigerating and then rolled it in confectioner sugar and baked them.
—Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 June 2026
She’s also worked as a banquet waitress, line cook and confectioner.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2026
In a small bowl, cream butter; gradually add confectioner's sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026
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“Confectioner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/confectioner. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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confectioner
noun
con·fec·tion·er
kən-ˈfek-sh(ə-)nər
: a manufacturer of or dealer in confections
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