Description
A delightful and creamy sugar cookie frosting, perfect for decorating cookies and adding a touch of creativity to your baked treats.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the powdered sugar and softened butter. Use a spatula or your mixer to blend until crumbly.
- Pour in the milk and add the vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy, free of any lumps.
- If desired, divide the frosting into bowls and add food coloring. Stir gently until colors are fully incorporated.
- Frost your freshly baked sugar cookies immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
Ensure your butter is softened to room temperature. If frosting is too thick, add milk; if too runny, add powdered sugar. Use gel food coloring for vibrant colors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg