Frosting for Sugar Cookies
Elevate your holiday baking or any festive occasion with this irresistibly creamy frosting for sugar cookies! Made with buttery richness and a perfect balance of sweetness from powdered sugar, this quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to whip up. Vanilla extract adds a warm, comforting flavor, while a splash of milk allows you to customize the consistency to your liking—thick for piping or smooth for spreading. Add a festive touch by dividing the frosting and incorporating vibrant food coloring to match any celebration. Perfect for decorating sugar cookies and other treats, this versatile frosting is a must-have for creating beautiful, bakery-worthy confections right at home.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 0 as needed food coloring (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 2
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing on low speed to prevent a sugar cloud. Continue mixing until well incorporated.
Step 3
Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt to the bowl. Mix on medium speed until combined.
Step 4
Add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. For thicker frosting, use less milk; for thinner frosting, add a little more milk.
Step 5
If desired, divide the frosting into separate bowls and stir in food coloring to achieve your desired shades.
Step 6
Once mixed, use immediately to frost sugar cookies or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Re-whip before using if refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 631.3 grams (631.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2723 |
| Total Fat 96.70g | 124% |
| Saturated Fat 56.40g | 282% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 251mg | 84% |
| Sodium 178mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrate 481.50g | 175% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 471.90g | |
| Protein 1.80g | 4% |
| Vitamin D 13IU | 65% |
| Calcium 67mg | 5% |
| Iron 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium 98mg | 2% |
Source of Calories