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Perfect Sugar Cookie Icing That Hardens – Easy Recipe First Image

Powdered Sugar Icing


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  • Author: Recipe Creator
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: approximately 2 cups 1x

Description

A simple and delicious icing perfect for decorating cookies.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk (whole or dairy-free)
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients on a clean surface.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, corn syrup, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  3. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed; it should be silky-smooth.
  4. Add food coloring if desired and mix well.
  5. Decorate cooled cookies by dipping or piping the icing.
  6. Allow iced cookies to sit at room temperature for 6 to 8 hours until completely hardened.

Notes

  • For a thicker icing, reduce the amount of milk.
  • This icing can be stored in an airtight container for a short period.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 2mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg