Easy Sugar Cookie Frosting: A Quick Reference for Holiday Adorning

This easy sugar cookie frosting mixes swiftly, pipes effortlessly, and dries with a delicate, shiny finish, making it ideal for holiday adorning. With its sweet and creamy flavor, accented by a touch of vanilla, this frosting is guaranteed to elevate your festive edibles.

Essential Tools

• Piping Bag: Crucial for tidy outlines.
• #2 Cake Decorating Tip: Perfect for intricate designs.
• Zip-Top Bags: A convenient substitute for piping if a piping bag isn’t available.

Yield

This recipe yields sufficient frosting to embellish around 48 medium cookies, depending on your decorating approach.

Freezing

Cookies that have been decorated freeze effectively once the frosting has completely set, enabling you to prepare in advance for your holiday celebrations.

Ingredient Insights

• Powdered Sugar: Produces a smooth, shiny surface; sifting prior to use guarantees optimal texture.
• Vanilla Extract: Clear vanilla preserves a bright white color, while regular vanilla contributes flavor and a subtle tint. You can also try almond, peppermint, or lemon extracts for distinctive flavors.
• Light Corn Syrup: Adds luster and aids the frosting in hardening while keeping a soft texture.
• Milk: Whole, non-dairy, or skim milk may be utilized. Be aware that non-dairy milk might influence the frosting’s hue.
• Gel Food Coloring: Blends seamlessly without thinning the frosting; use sparingly for striking colors.

How to Prepare Frosting for Sugar Cookies

1. Combine all ingredients until smooth (full recipe below).
2. Modify the thickness as desired and color with food coloring.

Add festive sprinkles or crushed candy canes for additional excitement in your cookie decorating!

To Frost Cookies

1. Fill a piping bag with thicker frosting for outlining each cookie.
2. Once the outlines set for about 10 minutes, flood the inner part with thinner frosting.
3. Top with sprinkles or other fun toppings!

Consistency Tips

• Incorporate milk gradually to achieve the preferred consistency.
• The flood frosting should flow effortlessly but remain confined within the edge.
• For vibrant hues, blend gel food coloring slowly and let it sit to develop.

Storing Your Frosted Cookies

• Frosting: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Rewhisk and adjust consistency with a splash of milk if necessary.
• Cookies: Let decorated cookies dry thoroughly before storing them between layers of parchment. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Recipe Recap

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Servings: 48 iced cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon milk (adjust for consistency)
• Gel food coloring (optional)

Instructions

1. Using a hand mixer, whip together powdered sugar, corn syrup, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon of milk in a small bowl until smooth.
2. Add milk a few drops at a time to achieve the desired consistency.
3. Incorporate food coloring to reach the desired shade. Decorate cookies and allow the frosting to set.

This easy sugar cookie frosting is a charming way to add a special touch to your holiday baking. Enjoy decorating and sharing your festive creations!