Sugar cookie icing is the perfect finishing touch for your cookies. It’s silky smooth, lightly sweet, and has just a hint of almond flavor that pairs perfectly with soft sugar cookies. This simple recipe makes a glossy icing that spreads or pipes beautifully, and you can easily add your favorite food colors to make your treats look amazing.
Quick Sugar Cookie Icing For Perfect Cookies
Ingredients to make this Sugar Cookie Icing:
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2 teaspoons milk (more if needed)
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2 teaspoons light corn syrup
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¼ teaspoon almond extract
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Food coloring (optional)
Almond extract
Powdered sugar
Milk
Instructions:
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In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, corn syrup, and almond extract until smooth and creamy.
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If the icing feels too thick, add a few drops of milk until it reaches a good spreading consistency.
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Divide into smaller bowls if you want to use different colors. Stir in your chosen food coloring until the color is even.
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Use the icing right away to decorate cooled sugar cookies. Let the icing dry at room temperature for about an hour before storing or serving.
Prep & Cook Time
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Total time: 5 minute
Nutrition Info (per tablespoon) about this Sugar Cookie Icing:
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Calories: About 50
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Fat: 0g
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Carbs: 13g
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Sugars: 12g
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Protein: 0g
FAQ:
Can I prepare this sugar cookie icing in advance?
Yes! Keep it covered in the fridge for up to three days. Before using, stir it well and add a little milk if it’s too thick.
How can I adjust the icing’s thickness?
Add more powdered sugar to make it thicker or a few drops of milk to thin it out.
Can I swap almond extract for something else?
Definitely! Vanilla or lemon extract works just as well and changes up the flavor.
Source: www.allrecipes.com
