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icing for sugar cookies

Icing for Sugar Cookies: 5 Tips for Creative Masterpieces


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This icing is perfect for decorating sugar cookies.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar and milk.
  2. Add corn syrup and vanilla extract, then mix until smooth.
  3. If desired, divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring.
  4. Use immediately to decorate cookies, or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For thicker icing, add more powdered sugar.
  • For thinner icing, add more milk.
  • Let decorated cookies sit for a few hours to allow the icing to harden.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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