Sugar Cookie Icing Recipe

Create dazzling, hard-shell sugar cookie icing in just 15 minutes! This quick and easy recipe delivers a glossy, delicious finish that will impress. Adapted from an allrecipes favorite, this icing is perfect for decorating your holiday cookies or adding a touch of sweetness to any baked good.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 43.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.1 (147 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sugar Cookie Icing

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How to Make Sugar Cookie Icing

  1. In a medium bowl, beat together the powdered sugar and butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the milk, vanilla extract, and salt, beating until the icing is light and fluffy.
  3. If the icing is too thick, add more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
  4. If the icing is too thin, add more powdered sugar, one tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
  5. Add food coloring if desired. Mix well until the color is uniform.
  6. Transfer the icing to a piping bag or zip-top bag with a corner snipped off.
  7. Pipe or spread the icing onto your cooled sugar cookies.
  8. Allow the icing to dry completely before stacking or storing.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g