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sugar cookie icing

Sugar Cookie Icing: 5 Tips for Gorgeous Cookies


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and sweet icing perfect for decorating sugar cookies.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
  2. Add corn syrup and vanilla extract, stirring until combined.
  3. If desired, divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring.
  4. Use immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Thin the icing with more milk for a glaze.
  • Thicker icing works well for piping designs.
  • Let the icing dry completely before stacking cookies.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: sugar cookie icing, cookie decoration, icing recipe