sugar cookie frosting recipe
This sugar cookie frosting is a sweet, creamy topping that perfectly enhances sugar cookies. Easy to make and customizable with food coloring, this frosting will take your cookie decorating to the next level.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 piping bags or zip-top bags (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 4 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- food coloring optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and powdered sugar.
- Using an electric mixer or a whisk, beat the mixture on low speed until combined. Gradually add in the milk and vanilla extract.
- Increase the mixer speed to medium and continue beating until the frosting is smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix until the color is evenly distributed. Adjust the color intensity as preferred.
- If the frosting is too thick, add a little more milk, one teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- Once your sugar cookies are completely cooled, spread the frosting on top using a spatula or pipe it onto the cookies with a piping bag for decorative designs.
- For added decoration, consider sprinkles or edible glitter on top of the frosted cookies.
Notes
This frosting can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Before using, bring it to room temperature and stir well.
To make it festive, consider adding sprinkles or edible glitter on top of the frosted cookies.