sugar cookie icing recipe
This sugar cookie icing recipe creates a smooth, glossy icing that is perfect for decorating your favorite sugar cookies. With just a few simple ingredients, you can achieve vibrant colors and a delicious flavor that complements the sweetness of the cookies.
Equipment
- 1 medium mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or electric mixer
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 piping bags or zip-top bags optional for decorating
- 1 spoons for spreading optional
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar sifted
- 2 tablespoons milk or water
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- food coloring as desired
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sifted powdered sugar with milk (or water) and light corn syrup.
- If using, add vanilla extract to the mixture.
- Using a whisk or electric mixer, blend the ingredients together until smooth. Continue mixing until the icing reaches a thick but pourable consistency.
- If the icing is too thick, add more milk, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
- To color the icing, divide it into smaller bowls and add food coloring as desired, mixing until the desired color is achieved.
- Once the icing is prepared, either spread it on the cooled sugar cookies using a spoon or knife, or transfer it to piping bags for more detailed decorating.
- Allow the icing to dry completely before stacking the cookies or covering them, which usually takes about 1-2 hours.
- For a shinier finish, you can use slightly more corn syrup or adjust the ratios as desired.
- Experiment with different flavors of extracts for a unique taste, if desired.
Notes
Allow the icing to dry completely before stacking the cookies or covering them, which usually takes about 1-2 hours.
For a shinier finish, you can use slightly more corn syrup or adjust the ratios. Keep in mind that the icing will dry to a less glossy finish as it sets.
Feel free to experiment with different flavors of extracts (like almond or lemon) for a unique taste.