cookie frosting recipe
This cookie frosting recipe results in a smooth, creamy frosting that is perfect for decorating sugar cookies and other baked goods. With its delicious vanilla flavor, it adds a sweet touch to any dessert.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 spatula
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 piping bag (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- N/A N/A food coloring optional
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and powdered sugar. Beat together with an electric mixer on low speed until well blended.
- Slowly add the milk and vanilla extract to the mixture. Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- If desired, divide the frosting into separate bowls and add food coloring to each to create different colors. Mix until fully combined.
- Use a spatula or transfer the frosting to a piping bag to decorate your cooled cookies as desired.
- Allow the frosting to set for about 30 minutes before serving to achieve a firmer texture.
- Store any leftover frosting in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- For a different flavor, try adding almond extract instead of vanilla.
Notes
This frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
For a different flavor, try adding almond extract instead of vanilla.