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Sugar Cookie Frosting


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  • Author: melissa
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups of frosting
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and creamy frosting that perfectly complements sugar cookies, adding a sweet and colorful touch to your treats.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter, softened
  • 2-4 tablespoons Whole Milk (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • Food Coloring (optional)


Instructions

  1. Cream the butter in a mixing bowl until fluffy and light in color, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar starting slowly to avoid a mess.
  3. Add the milk and continue mixing until the frosting is combined and creamy, adjusting the milk for your desired consistency.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and add food coloring if desired, mixing until the color is even.
  5. Frost your sugar cookies with your preferred design!

Notes

For thicker frosting, reduce milk; for thinner consistency, add more. Experiment with flavors like almond or peppermint for seasonal variations.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg