Best Sugar Cookie Icing
Indulge in the delightful world of sugar cookie icing, where creativity meets simplicity! This easy-to-make icing transforms your cookies into stunning masterpieces with a glossy finish and vibrant colors. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to holiday celebrations, this recipe invites bakers of all skill levels to unleash their inner artist. With just a few ingredients, elevate your baked goods and impress friends and family alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 28 minute
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings (1 tablespoon each) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring (as desired)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for easy access.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and thick.
- Divide the icing into separate bowls and add gel food coloring to achieve desired shades.
- Adjust consistency by adding more milk if too thick or powdered sugar if too thin.
- Use a piping bag or plastic sandwich bag to decorate cooled cookies; pipe outlines first, then fill in with icing.
- Allow decorated cookies to sit at room temperature for at least an hour until icing hardens slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For unique flavors, substitute milk with almond milk or flavored extracts like lemon. - Add edible glitter for an extra festive touch! - Store leftover icing in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.