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Sugar Cookie Frosting


  • Author: hannah-carter
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Frosts approximately 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This homemade sugar cookie frosting is creamy, smooth, and easy to make, setting with a perfect soft crackle.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar.
  2. Add the softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
  3. Pour in 1 tablespoon of milk and mix gently to avoid a powdered sugar cloud.
  4. Assess the consistency; add the second tablespoon of milk if necessary and beat until smooth.
  5. If desired, add food coloring and mix well.
  6. Spread, dip, or swirl the frosting onto cooled sugar cookies.

Notes

Store any leftover frosting in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week. Stir before using.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: sugar cookies, frosting, dessert, cookies, baking